Request for Interested Manufacturers for C-5 Air Speed Indicator, NSN: 6610008704325UC
ID: SPRWA1-4325Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT WARNER ROBINS, GAROBINS A F B, GA, 31098-1813, USA

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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Warner Robins, Georgia, is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers for the C-5 Air Speed Indicator, NSN: 6610008704325UC, with part numbers S65KL7-30-3 and 22454. This indicator is crucial for measuring the forward velocity of the C-5 aircraft, and currently, Aerosonic, LLC is the only known source with the necessary technical data and expertise to produce this item. Interested manufacturers are encouraged to express their capabilities and interest by January 21, 2026, via email to Matthew White or Vanessa Moes, as the government intends to award a sole source contract under FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source can meet the requirements. This announcement serves as a sources sought notice and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the government.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Matthew White
    matthew.white.48@us.af.mil
    Vanessa Moes
    vanessa.moes.1@us.af.mil
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