Sources Sought Attachment 2 - Market Research NSN Spreadsheet.xlsx

This Sources Sought document is a market research initiative by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land & Maritime for NSN 3040-013578756, a specialized SHAFT, SHOULDERED component. The solicitation seeks to identify potential manufacturers interested in producing this restricted source item, currently approved solely through The Entwistle Company LLC (CAGE 20722) with part number 4524730-2. The annual demand quantity is 40 units, classified under NAICS 333613, with a business size standard of 750 employees.

The market research aims to determine alternative sources capable of manufacturing the shaft, recognizing that the current approved source possesses unique engineering skills, manufacturing knowledge, and data rights critical to maintaining part quality. Interested sources must complete the attached market survey and spreadsheet, submitting responses to Samantha Simms at samantha.simms@dla.mil by July 28th, 2025. Potential manufacturers must undergo a qualification process approved by the cognizant government engineering activity to be considered as an alternate source for this specialized component.