NSN 5306-01-165-3304 / 05F, AIRCRAFT, STRATOLIFTER C/KC-135
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) Aviation - Richmond is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for BOLT, CLOSE TOLERANCE (NSN 5306-01-165-3304), used on AIRCRAFT, STRATOLIFTER C/KC-135. The purpose is to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining this item. Responses are due by April 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks to determine industry capability for the supply of BOLT, CLOSE TOLERANCE, NSN 5306-01-165-3304. Current approved sole sources include THE BOEING COMPANY (CAGE 82918, 81205), SPS TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (CAGE 56878), and SPACE-LOK, INC. (CAGE 16258), all with P/N 65C18242-606 or SLB930-606. The agency is looking for additional qualified manufacturers or legitimate suppliers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Informational only; not a request for offer or solicitation)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 22, 2026
- Published: April 17, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research purposes to determine if other companies are capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining the specified item. This is not a commitment by the Government to award a contract.
Additional Notes
Interested parties who consider themselves qualified are invited to submit a response. Companies wishing to become an "Approved Source" for this item must submit an application package through the Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. A SAR package must demonstrate the contractor's ability to competently manufacture the product to an equal or better quality than the currently approved item. SAR packages for LSN/NSN with no open solicitation should be sent to DLA Weapons Support Richmond, Attn: DLA AVN-DU (SAR Program Manager), 6090 Strathmore Road, Richmond, VA 23237. The primary point of contact for this notice is April Wynn, Acquisition Specialist, at 445-737-4868 or april.wynn@dla.mil.