Bell V22 X40

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers or suppliers for specific aircraft parts related to the V22 X40 system. This sources sought notice aims to determine if companies can manufacture or legitimately obtain the National Stock Numbers (NSNs) listed in the attached document. Currently, BELL (CAGE Code 3B1R2) is the only approved source for these items. Interested companies must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) through a secure DoDSafe link, which can be obtained by emailing dlaavnsmallbus@dla.mil with specific requirements. The pre-solicitation notice is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or guarantee of contract award. Responses are voluntary, and no funds are available to compensate companies for preparing their submissions.

The solicitation does not include a specific set-aside designation and covers the NAICS category 336413 for Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, with a Product Service Code (PSC) of 5935 for Electrical Connectors. The pre-solicitation was posted on February 18, 2025, with responses due by February 25, 2025, providing a short window for potential suppliers to express interest. Companies must demonstrate their capability to produce or procure the specified NSNs, with the understanding that items found not to be sole-sourced may not be considered in future procurement efforts. Government Source Approval is a critical requirement prior to any potential contract award, and companies must follow the specific submission process outlined in the notice to be considered.