Sources sought 1 NSN LTC CM26034003

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking sources for the manufacture of NSN 5935-00-356-5549, a connector receptacle component currently produced by Sealtron Inc. under part number A9823-12-98P-SP-M9. This pre-solicitation sources sought notice is designed to identify alternative manufacturers capable of producing this electronic connector to support an anticipated Indefinite Quantity Contract solicitation (CM26034003). Interested companies are asked to submit manufacturer location information and points of contact to Brandon Corbitt at Brandon.Corbitt@dla.mil by April 23, 2026. Companies seeking approval as an alternate source must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package through the DLA Weapons Support Alternate Offer/Source Approval Program, which requires technical documentation demonstrating manufacturing capability equal to or superior to the current OEM. Technical specifications, including drawing number 1X4F3 AMSCBDOC, are available in the DLA Collaboration Folders on DIBBS for interested vendors to review. This market research effort precedes formal solicitation development and is intended to inform DLA's acquisition strategy and contract terms.

This opportunity is not designated as a set-aside for small business or other special categories. The current incumbent is Sealtron Inc. (CAGE Code 97814), which manufactures the connector under NAICS Code 334417 (Electronic Connector Manufacturing). The government estimates annual demand of 264 units with a standard delivery timeframe of three days, indicating relatively modest volumes with expedited fulfillment requirements. While no specific contract award value has been disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the market research questionnaire indicates the government is evaluating interest in a three-year base period with single option years and requests information regarding quantity price break structures. The anticipated Long-Term Contract will likely include requirements for certified Cost or Pricing Data for contracts exceeding $2,000,000 and commercial item status verification, though final contract terms remain subject to solicitation issuance.