The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for the procurement of the Filter Element, Fluid, with National Stock Number (NSN) 1650-004846911. The DLA is seeking to identify companies capable of meeting the qualification requirements for manufacturing or legitimately obtaining this item, which is critical for the 05F weapon system, specifically the Aircraft Stratolifter C/KC. Responses to this notice are voluntary and must be submitted by December 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time, with inquiries directed to Ryan Loeffelholz at ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil or by phone at 804-279-1452. Please note that this notice does not constitute a solicitation and no funds are available for response preparation.