FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID / QPL NSN 1650-01-114-1899 / FA-18 AIRCRAFT
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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 DLA Aviation is conducting a Sources Sought to identify capable sources for the new manufacture of FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID (NSN 1650-01-114-1899) for FA-18 Aircraft. This market research aims to determine the procurement method for a potential 5-year base period contract. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This effort requires furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the specified filter element. Key responsibilities include procurement and manufacturing of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, managing long-lead time parts, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages, and shipping serviceable assets.
The specific requirement is for Part Number: QPL MIL-DTL-8815E, PPN M8815/6-8, Nomenclature: FILTER ELEMENT, FLUID, NSN: 1650-01-114-1899. The estimated requirement is for a Long Term Contract (LTC) with a 5-year base period. Approved QPL sources are PTI Tech (CAGE 05228) and Pall Aeropower (CAGE 18350). Any other interested contractor must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval, as DLA Aviation does not possess complete technical data for this part.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 336413
- Set-Aside: Based on responses, this requirement may be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition.
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
- Published: April 1, 2026
Evaluation
The government will evaluate market information to assess potential market capacity to:
- Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
- Secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement a successful project management plan, including compliance with schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel management, and risk mitigation.
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is solely a request for capability information and does not constitute a request for proposals. Submission of information is voluntary, and the government will not incur financial responsibility for costs. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided. All responses must be emailed to CHRISTOPHER.ROSE@DLA.MIL.