NSN 1560-007805902, duct, bleed air mani

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers or suppliers for National Stock Number (NSN) 1560-007805902, which is a bleed air manifold duct for engine systems. This sources sought notice is designed to explore the market's capability to produce or legitimately obtain this specific aerospace component, currently manufactured by Arrowhead Products Corp with part number 12670-102A. The agency is seeking to determine industry capacity and potential alternative sources for this critical aviation part, with a specific focus on the EON (Engines) weapons system code. Responses to this market research must be submitted by May 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Importantly, this is not a formal solicitation, and companies are advised that submitting information is voluntary and will not guarantee a contract award.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for this procurement, suggesting the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. Arrowhead Products Corp appears to be the current sole source for this specific duct component, which could present potential challenges for competitive bidding. While no specific budget or quantity details are provided, the notice emphasizes that this is a source-controlled item, meaning potential suppliers must contact the design control activity specified on the source control drawing to qualify their product for future acquisitions. The notice explicitly states that no funds are available for response preparation and that submitting information does not obligate the government to award a contract. Potential respondents should carefully review the technical specifications and understand that this is purely a market research initiative to explore manufacturing capabilities for this specialized aerospace component.