NSN 1560-006898284

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation has issued this sources sought notice to conduct market research regarding the manufacturing capability for NSN 1560-006898284, specifically a Duct, Manifold, Air B component. This pre-solicitation notice is informational in nature and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment by the government to award a contract. The primary objective is to identify whether companies other than current manufacturers are capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining this item. Interested parties should note that this is a source-controlled item, meaning DLA cannot approve sources directly; instead, companies interested in qualifying their products for future acquisitions must contact the design control activity specified on the source control drawing. The deadline for submitting responses to this sources sought notice is November 17, 2025, at 8:00 AM Eastern Standard Time. Respondents should be aware that no funds are available to reimburse preparation costs for responses, and all submitted information is strictly voluntary.

This opportunity carries no set-aside designation. The item is currently manufactured by Arrowhead Products Corp (CAGE Code 70628, Part Number 12556-101A) and Senior Operations LLC (CAGE Code 98769, Part Number 1511295-101), both of which supply this component for the C-5 aircraft platform. No specific award value or budget range has been disclosed in this sources sought notice, as formal procurement details have not yet been established. While no contract quantities or timeline information is provided at this stage, companies responding to this notice should understand that their participation is aimed at qualifying alternative sources for potential future government acquisitions.