NSN 5310-014945830, nut, self-locking, EX

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is conducting market research for NSN 5310-014945830, a self-locking nut component designated for the C/KC-135 aircraft weapons system. This sources sought notice is strictly for informational purposes to identify companies capable of manufacturing or legitimately obtaining this specialized fastener item. The agency emphasizes this is not a solicitation or request for offers, and no funds are available for response preparation. Since this is a source-controlled item, DLA cannot approve sources directly, and interested companies must contact the design control activity specified on the source control drawing to qualify their products for future acquisitions. Responses to this market research notice must be received by July 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

This procurement opportunity has no set-aside designation and is open to all qualified contractors. Current manufacturers identified include SPS Technologies LLC, Blanc Aero Industries - Groupe, Bristol Industries LLC, Howmet Fixations Simmonds SAS, National Aerospace Fasteners, and Howmet Global Fastening Systems Inc, with each company having specific part numbers for their versions of the self-locking nut. The notice does not specify award values, budget ranges, or quantities, as this is purely a market research exercise rather than an active procurement. The agency explicitly states that no solicitation currently exists and that responses will not constitute offers, with no obligation for contract award resulting from this announcement. The timeline for responses is limited to six days from the July 8, 2025 posting date.