C-5 Distribution Box
ID: FD20602600137Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT WARNER ROBINS, GAROBINS A F B, GA, 31098-1813, USA

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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Warner Robins, Georgia, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the C-5 Distribution Box, NSN: 6110011976781UC, Part Number: 4V10045-101A. This item is crucial for distributing electrical power from primary sources to various electrical and electronic components of the C-5 aircraft. The DLA intends to award a sole source contract to Lockheed Martin Corporation, the original equipment manufacturer, due to their exclusive possession of the necessary technical data and capabilities. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements must express their interest by emailing Roberto Martinez-Perez at roberto.martinez-perez@dla.mil by January 20, 2026, although this announcement does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of contract award.

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    Roberto Martinez-Perez
    roberto.martinez-perez@dla.mil
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