DLA Aviation (FMAC) is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers for a requested quantity of 10 units of DISK AND HUB, COMPRESSOR with NSN 2840-001058366 and P/N 3013411. This Source Sought Notice serves to gather capability information from interested parties to guide the procurement method, although there is currently no solicitation available. The government emphasizes that submissions are voluntary, with no financial responsibilities assumed for costs incurred by respondents. Responses may lead to a small business set-aside or full and open competition based on interest. Interested manufacturers are invited to submit their qualifications via email by October 7, 2024, including critical details such as Cage Code, manufacturing location, and contact information. Inquiries via phone will not be acknowledged, and no feedback will be provided. For questions, respondents can contact Virginia Rhodes in Richmond, VA.

The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for a definite quantity of 10 compressor disks and hubs (NSN: 2840-001058366) to be used in the T400 aircraft engine. Approved manufacturers for these parts include Pratt & Whitney Canada and Canadian Commercial Corp, with the part number 3013411. Should competitive offers arise, prices may be determined through a reverse auction process. The procurement is designated as unrestricted, and delivery is required by 264 days after receipt of order (DARO). The solicitation mandates that electronic offers are not acceptable; instead, a completed solicitation package must be submitted. Interested parties can access the solicitation on the Defense Logistics Agency's DIBBS platform starting from the issue date, which is October 17, 2024. Notably, the items are categorized as critical application items subject to export controls and classified as critical safety items (CSI), indicating their importance in aerospace safety and compliance.