Cover, Access

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of manufacturing an access cover item designated as NSN 5340-01-021-3819. This pre-solicitation notice serves as a Request for Information (RFI) under FAR Part 10 and is not an actual solicitation for quotes or proposals. The agency seeks to gather information about potential suppliers' manufacturing capabilities, commercial availability of equivalent items, pricing structures, and delivery capacities for a future Indefinite Delivery Contract. Contract Specialist Karin Wilson is managing this market research effort and can be contacted at Karin.wilson@dla.mil or 614-692-3609. Companies interested in responding must access technical drawings and specifications through the DLA's cfolders system using query CL24312045/PR 100019408 or the NSN number. Responses to this market survey are due within 7 business days of the September 2, 2025 posting date, though no specific deadline is explicitly stated in the notice.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting participation to qualifying small business entities. No incumbent contractors or current suppliers are identified in the available documentation. The proposed contract structure would be an Indefinite Delivery Contract with a three-year base period and potential for two additional one-year option periods, totaling up to five years of performance. While specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the market survey questionnaire seeks pricing data to inform future procurement decisions. The government emphasizes that responses are voluntary and submitted at the company's own expense, with no reimbursement provided for costs associated with preparing capability statements. This market research will be used to develop a future solicitation utilizing streamlined commercial procedures under FAR Part 12.