Sources Sought: 17 NSNs, LTC CM25177005

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime has issued a sources sought notice for 17 National Stock Numbers (NSNs) covering various industrial components including valves, gaskets, couplings, actuators, and plugs under solicitation CM25177005. The agency is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers capable of producing these specialized mechanical and hydraulic components, which are currently sourced exclusively from two approved manufacturers: Pneudraulics, Inc. (CAGE 06177) and National Machine Company (CAGE 6L817). The procurement falls under NAICS code 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing) and PSC category 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered), indicating the technical nature of these components. The agency is seeking information about suppliers' manufacturing capabilities, business size, pricing structure preferences, and ability to meet production requirements for a potential long-term contract spanning three years with option periods. Interested parties must submit their responses directly to Contract Specialist Sarah Schaff at Sarah.Schaff@dla.mil by August 28, 2025.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations, making it open to all qualified contractors regardless of business size. The current approved sources are Pneudraulics, Inc. and National Machine Company, suggesting these may be incumbent contractors with existing relationships for these specialized items. While specific contract values are not disclosed in the sources sought notice, the solicitation covers 17 distinct NSNs across multiple contract line items (CLINs 0001 through 0017), indicating a substantial procurement opportunity. The market research questionnaire indicates the government is planning a three-year base contract with additional option years, suggesting a multi-year procurement strategy. The agency is particularly interested in understanding suppliers' minimum order quantities, production limitations, and willingness to maintain stable pricing over the contract duration. The comprehensive nature of this market research effort, covering components ranging from valve seats to hydraulic couplings, demonstrates the government's commitment to ensuring adequate supply chain support for critical defense applications.