Slat assembly

DLA Maritime-Mechanicsburg, under the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime, is seeking sources capable of supplying a Slat Assembly (NSN: 5865 017140832, P/N: 8704580G03). This is a market survey for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment by the U.S. government. Responses must be submitted by April 3, 2026, via email to Griffith Basehore (griffith.r.basehore@dla.mil, 445-737-8064). The survey includes 18 core questions and seven supplemental commercial item questions designed to assess supplier capability and market conditions, covering topics such as item availability, commercial versus non-commercial status, catalog pricing, recommended quantity ranges and delivery timelines, company size and structure, cost or pricing data capabilities, material composition, manufacturing history, minimum delivery requirements, and willingness to accept option years with Economic Price Adjustment clauses. The responses will directly inform whether DLA will pursue commercial procurement procedures or non-commercial acquisition strategies for this item. No funds are available to compensate respondents for their participation in this market survey.

This pre-solicitation notice carries no set-aside designation, and no incumbent contractor or potential award value is identified in the available documentation. The survey seeks to determine both commercial and non-commercial sourcing options, requesting evidence of actual commercial sales, technological evolution timelines, modification specifications, inter-company transfer documentation, commercial warranty information, and price lists or catalogs demonstrating commercial use. Specific quantity requirements, contract values, and delivery timelines have not been disclosed in this sources sought phase, as the government is in the early planning stages to determine realistic procurement parameters. Responses are strictly voluntary and do not obligate the government to award a contract. The posted date for this opportunity is March 23, 2026, providing potential suppliers with an 11-day window to submit their market survey responses.