Cylinder assembly

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential manufacturers capable of producing Cylinder Assemblies for C-130 aircraft. The procurement involves 15 units of NSN 1650-00-257-7934 (Part Number 5C5791), which are aircraft hydraulic system components that require new manufacturing capabilities. Qualified vendors must demonstrate the ability to handle procurement and manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation and packaging, shipping, supply chain management, logistics planning, production forecasting, long-lead time parts procurement, and addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues. The place of performance is designated as Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. Interested parties must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package electronically through DoD SAFE by July 30, 2025, including detailed business information such as company name, CAGE code, NAICS code, business size, ownership status, and contact details.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designation and is open to all business types, including small businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, 8(a) businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, HUBZone businesses, and women-owned small businesses. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the documentation. The solicitation does not specify award values or budget ranges, as this is strictly a market research effort to gauge industry capability and capacity. The quantity requirement is clearly defined at 15 units of the specified cylinder assembly component. The government emphasizes that this market research initiative does not guarantee any contract award and serves solely for informational and planning purposes to support future procurement decisions.