SPRRA1-26-Q-0025 STARTER DRIVE,ASSE NSN: 2840-01-461-9195
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 market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential manufacturing/supply sources for a STARTER DRIVE,ASSEM (NSN: 2840-01-461-9195, Part Number: 2-160-010-21). This item, critical for the ENGINES weapon system, is currently procured under a sole-source justification (FAR 6.302-1(a)(1)) due to engineering source approval requirements and proprietary data rights. Responses are due by May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
DLA seeks qualified sources capable of manufacturing and supplying the specified STARTER DRIVE,ASSEM. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing/production process, including supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, material forecasting, obsolescence issues, and final delivery. This also includes recurring and nonrecurring engineering services to become a qualified source.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1500 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine future set-aside potential)
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, 6:30 PM ET
- Published: May 14, 2026
Key Requirements & Notes
This acquisition requires engineering source approval by the design control activity. Firms must possess an active United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification to access export-controlled technical data, as this acquisition contains restricted technical data under the Arms Export Control Act and Export Administration Act. DLA is interested in all businesses, including 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small business concerns. Firms are encouraged to identify themselves and seek source approval via AvMC's public website: https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/TechDataMgmt. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.