REEL ASSEMBLY,HOSE
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) is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort to identify potential sources for REEL ASSEMBLY,HOSE (NSN 1680-01-574-2203, P/N 061475-601). This initiative aims to determine the procurement method for an estimated requirement of MIN 45 to MAX 147 units. Responses are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the item. This includes:
- Procurement/manufacture of component parts
- Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping
- Supply chain management, logistics planning, and forecasting production requirements
- Addressing long-lead time parts procurement and diminishing manufacturing sources/material shortage issues
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Based on responses, this requirement MAY be set-aside for Small Businesses or procured through Full and Open competition, and multiple awards MAY be made.
- Response Due: April 13, 2026
- Published: April 8, 2026
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing)
Evaluation
The government will evaluate market information to ascertain 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 (compliance with schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel, risk mitigation).
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. Drawings, technical orders, and qualification requirements are not available. The currently approved source is HYDRAULICS INTERNATIONAL, INC. (P/N 061475-601). Interested parties should submit their organization's details and tailored capability statements to Montana.Kipp@dla.mil.