FY27 3M Follow On

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) is conducting market research to identify potential suppliers for a comprehensive range of safety and protective equipment, including respirators, filters, headset-microphones, reflective signs/sheeting, and insulation sleeving. The agency intends to award a sole-source, long-term Requirements Type contract with a five-year option period, primarily focused on extending an existing contract with 3M. This Sources Sought Notice aims to assess the availability and technical capabilities of small businesses, with a particular interest in HUBZone, Certified 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and Woman-Owned Small Business concerns. Interested parties must submit their responses by March 10, 2025, via email to james.inman@dla.mil. The notice covers over 200 specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) across various Federal Supply Classes, with the primary objective of conducting market research and gathering information about potential suppliers.

The procurement does not include a specific set-aside designation, though it emphasizes opportunities for small businesses. While 3M is the incumbent and anticipated primary contractor, the notice seeks to explore alternative or supplementary suppliers. The contract appears to be structured as a comprehensive, multi-year agreement with significant potential for ongoing business, though specific award values are not disclosed in the current documentation. The five-year option period suggests a long-term strategic procurement approach, potentially covering multiple product categories and NSNs. The market research is explicitly noted as information-gathering only, with no funds allocated for response preparation, indicating a preliminary exploration of supplier capabilities and market readiness for future solicitation.