Bearing, roller, rod

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking sources for roller rod bearings, specifically National Stock Number (NSN) 3110-00-431-6959. This pre-solicitation notice is issued in accordance with DFARS regulations 225.7009 and 225-7016 to identify potential suppliers capable of providing this component. The government does not currently own or have access to the associated technical data, but activity procurement item description information is available upon request. Interested parties must submit manufacturer location details (city, state, or country) and points of contact for the specified bearing part. The notice emphasizes that applicable conditions and documentation requirements for source approval, configuration control, and source control items must be observed. Responses are due by March 13, 2026, with inquiries directed to Herbert Davis at Herbert.Davis@dla.mil or 445-737-7071. It is important to note that this is a sources-sought notice for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or binding commitment by the government.

This procurement carries no small business set-aside designation. The current identified source is Rexnord Industries, LLC, which manufactures the part under part number SM10-16B-12. The notice provides no specific award value, budget range, or quantity requirements, as this is preliminary market research rather than a formal request for proposal. No funds are available to reimburse respondents for preparing responses to this announcement. All information submitted is strictly voluntary and will be used solely to identify capable suppliers for potential future solicitation. Respondents should be aware that submission of information does not constitute an offer, and the government retains complete discretion regarding any subsequent procurement actions.