NSN 2840-015418130, seal, metallic, aircr.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers or suppliers of a specific metallic aircraft seal, National Stock Number (NSN) 2840-015418130. This sources sought notice is designed to gather information about companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining this specialized component, which is primarily associated with engine systems (Weapons System Code: EON). The notice emphasizes that this is not a formal solicitation and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract, but rather serves as an informational tool to assess market capabilities. Interested companies must understand that this is a source-controlled item, and to qualify for future acquisitions, they must contact the design control activity specified on the source control drawing. The response deadline for this market research is May 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

Currently, the seal is manufactured by two known companies: Stein Seal Company (with part numbers 03673 P/N 4189T65P01 and SSCY14563-400) and General Electric Company (part number 99207 P/N 4189T65P01). There are no specific set-aside designations for this opportunity, and the notice explicitly states that no funds are available to compensate companies for response preparation. The sources sought notice does not provide specific quantity requirements or potential award values, focusing instead on identifying potential manufacturers. Companies interested in participating must voluntarily submit information and understand that their responses do not guarantee future contract opportunities. The DLA Aviation is solely using this notice as a market research tool to explore potential manufacturing capabilities for this specialized metallic aircraft seal.