Cylinder assembly, a

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is conducting a sources sought for a CYLINDER ASSEMBLY,A (NSN: 1650-01-123-2704, Part Number: 173HS510-1) to support the CH-47 CHINOOK weapon system. This market research initiative invites all businesses, including various small business categories such as 8(a), small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HubZone, and Women-Owned small business concerns, to identify themselves as potential suppliers. Interested contractors must meet prequalification requirements and demonstrate capability to handle comprehensive manufacturing and production processes, including supply chain management, logistics, parts forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, and final asset delivery. The procurement is currently limited to a small number of responsible sources under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) because the government does not own the rights to purchase, develop, or reverse engineer the part from additional sources. The response deadline for this sources sought is October 17, 2025, just three days after the posting date of October 14, 2025.

This opportunity operates under NAICS code 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees and carries no set-aside designation. The government file does not identify any current incumbents or potential contractors by name, though it notes the procurement is restricted to a limited number of responsible sources due to technical data rights limitations. No specific award values, budget ranges, or quantities are disclosed in the available documentation. Interested firms are encouraged to seek source approval through the Aviation and Missile Command's public website for technical data management. The synopsis emphasizes that this is strictly for informational and market research purposes with no guarantee that a future solicitation will be issued.