1Z SK Element
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime has issued a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify potential manufacturers and sources for Engine Air and Oil Filter Elements (NSN 2940014860989). This effort aims to gather information for a potential Long-Term Contract (LTC). Responses, including completed questionnaires and pricing spreadsheets, are due by June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This market research seeks to identify qualified sources capable of manufacturing specific filter elements. The primary item of interest is NSN 2940014860989 (FILTER ELEMENT, FLUI). The notice explicitly lists currently approved sources (e.g., CUMMINS INC., INDEPENDENT ROUGH TERRAIN CENTER LLC, CUMMINS FILTRATION INC) and their associated CAGE codes and part numbers, but the agency is looking for additional sources. The estimated annual demand quantity (ADQ) for this item is 2430 units, with a NAICS Code of 336390.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Purpose: To gather information for a potential Long-Term Contract (LTC)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, by 03:59 AM EDT
- Published: May 26, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit information directly to Taura Mitchell (TAURA.MITCHELL@DLA.MIL). Submissions should include:
- Completed Market Research Questionnaire: This document ((CM26070001) MR LTC Question.docx) requests company information, general business details (size, SBA classifications, manufacturer/distributor status), interest in an LTC, preferred contract duration, quantity price breaks, cost/pricing data understanding, commercial item status, and delivery capabilities. The DLA requests this survey be returned within 5 business days of receipt, though the overall response date is June 3, 2026.
- Completed Pricing Spreadsheet: The Excel spreadsheet ((CM26070001)MR LTC Spreadsheet.xlsx) requires vendors to provide their own quantity price break ranges, specific quantities, delivery times, maximum quantities, and indicate if they are the actual manufacturer.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future contract. The information gathered will be used to shape the acquisition strategy for the upcoming solicitation.