Seal Plain

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking sources for a sealing device component identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 5330-01-708-3554, which falls under the gasket, packing, and sealing device manufacturing industry (NAICS 339991). This pre-solicitation notice invites interested companies to submit information about their capability to manufacture the referenced item and to identify potential alternative sources beyond the currently approved supplier. Responses must be submitted to Contract Specialist Amber Weaver at amber.weaver@dla.mil by December 13, 2025. The evaluation will assess whether prospective contractors can manufacture products meeting or exceeding the quality standards of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Companies interested in becoming approved sources must demonstrate technical competency and product equivalency through comprehensive documentation and quality assurance data. The notice emphasizes that any company wishing to qualify as an approved source should apply through the DLA Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program, which requires submission of all technical data necessary to prove manufacturing capability and product parity with currently approved items.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and currently lists Transdigm Inc (CAGE Code 96124), Part Number 767647-1, as the sole approved source for this NSN. The notice does not specify an award value, quantity of units, or timeline for contract performance, as this is a market survey phase designed to identify qualified sources rather than a formal solicitation. The AMC/AMSC classification for this NSN is rated as 3/D, which typically indicates the item's strategic importance within defense supply chains. Companies seeking detailed information on the SAR application process, required documentation formats, and approval procedures should reference the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Program webpage. This pre-solicitation represents an opportunity for qualified manufacturers to enter the approved source pool for this particular sealing device component.