28-blade, compressor, air

DLA Aviation (Defense Logistics Agency Aviation) is conducting market research to identify manufacturers capable of producing a specific air compressor blade with National Stock Number (NSN) 2840-014189485 and Part Number (P/N) 4081507. This sources sought notice serves as a preliminary market survey to determine the most appropriate procurement method for the aviation component. Interested manufacturers are invited to submit capability information by February 11, 2025, via email to virginia.rhodes@dla.mil, with required submissions including their CAGE Code, manufacturing location, and point of contact details. The agency emphasizes that this is not a formal solicitation and that submission of information is voluntary, with no financial responsibility assumed by the government for any costs incurred. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided to responding companies regarding their submissions.

The current procurement does not have a predetermined set-aside designation, with the possibility of the contract being either set aside for small businesses or pursued through full and open competition based on the market research responses. The procurement falls under the NAICS category 336412 for Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing and PSC category 2840 for Gas Turbines and Jet Engines. While specific award values or precise quantity requirements are not detailed in the sources sought notice, the document indicates this is a preliminary research phase to gauge market capabilities for a specific aerospace component. The contracting office is located in Richmond, Virginia, and the procurement is being managed through the DLA Aviation's FMAC (Flight and Missile Acquisition Center) division, suggesting a focused and specialized acquisition process for this critical aviation part.