Slat, Aircraft
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 Department of Defense (DOD), specifically DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis for the new manufacture of Slat, Aircraft spares (NSN 1560-01-701-2335KT, Part Number 654T0513-1555) for the KC-46 aircraft. This effort aims to identify potential sources and determine if the requirement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this notice.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is the new manufacture of the specified spare part. This includes procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Potential sources may also be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, long-lead time parts procurement, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets. This is a new spares buy; there is no repair requirement. The estimated requirement is 5 units (EA).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) with a Size Standard of 1,250 employees.
- Response Due: To be determined (interested sources must select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS").
- Published: May 1, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
The government is interested in all business sizes, including Large Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Businesses (8(a)s), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. Potential sources wishing to be qualified are REQUIRED to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR) for this item. Technical data and QRs are attached or referenced. Requests for Engineering Drawings should be submitted via email to ocac.lgldo.public@us.af.mil. SAR package submission is electronic via DoD SAFE.
Additional Notes
The government may consider breaking the requirement out by airframe. The place of performance is Tinker AFB, OK 73145 USA. Unit prices will be established at the time of contract award.