Seal Plain
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 is acquiring Seal Plain (NSN/P/N: 5330-01-708-3554) for the 26F F-16 weapon system. This acquisition is being conducted as a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition, citing FAR 6.302-1 (One or Limited Number of Responsible Sources), and is restricted to Transdigm Inc. as the sole approved source.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 111/222 Each of "Seal Plain" spare parts that are form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with those currently used on the F-16. The acquisition falls under Product Service Code 5330 (Packing And Gasket Materials).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price with a 100% option.
- Set-Aside: Restricted to Transdigm Inc. (CAGE: 96124), identified as the only known source capable of furnishing the required supplies and approved by the design control activity. The statutory authority is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), implemented by FAR 6.302-1, specifically citing AMC 3 ("Acquire, for the second or subsequent time, directly from the manufacturer") and AMSC description "D" (data not available or economically obtainable).
- Published Date: May 26, 2026.
- Synopsis: The acquisition will be synopsized on or about December 17, 2025, for a period of 15 days.
- Solicitation: Will be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days.
Evaluation
A price analysis will be conducted, comparing proposed prices to historical prices.
Additional Notes
Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice and market survey, yielded no additional sources beyond the identified manufacturer. DLAD Procurement Notes L04 and M06 will be included in the solicitation to describe the process for submitting alternate offers and requesting evaluation of alternate products for future procurements. Vendors interested in becoming an approved source are encouraged to contact the DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) Source Approval Monitor at DSCCAO-SAR@dla.mil.