5310-008118050, nut, self-locking

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers or suppliers for a self-locking nut with the National Stock Number (NSN) 5310-008118050, specifically intended for FA-18 aircraft. This sources sought notice is designed to determine if other companies can manufacture or legitimately obtain this specialized component, which is currently produced by SPS Technologies, LLC and Boeing Distribution Services X, Inc. The agency is seeking to expand its approved source list for this critical aerospace hardware component. Interested companies must submit a SAR (Source Approval Request) drop-off request to DLA Aviation's Small Business Office by emailing DLAAVNSMALLBUS@DLA.MIL, with specific requirements including a point of contact email, NSN, and CAGE code. The response deadline is April 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with the notice emphasizing that this is not a formal solicitation and does not guarantee a contract award.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for this procurement opportunity. Current manufacturers SPS Technologies, LLC (with part number 56878) and Boeing Distribution Services X, Inc. (with part number 2N935) are the existing sources for this self-locking nut. While no specific award value or budget range is provided, the notice suggests this is a targeted procurement for a specific aerospace component used in military aircraft. The weapons system code Z9N identifies the specific aircraft application as the FA-18, indicating a precise, specialized procurement need. Potential suppliers are advised that no funds are available for response preparation, and all submitted information is voluntary. Interested parties can also contact the buyer directly at RYAN.LOEFFELHOLZ@DLA.MIL for additional informational purposes regarding this market research initiative.