SPE4A526R0094; 1680013550053; Feel Mechanism, Rudd

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking sources for a Feel Mechanism, Rudd component identified by NSN 1680-01-355-0053. This pre-solicitation notice requests information regarding manufacturers capable of producing this aircraft part, which falls under the Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components category (PSC 1680) and Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 336413). Respondents are asked to provide manufacturer locations (city and state) and points of contact to Annette Pruett at Annette.pruett@dla.mil. It is important to note that this sources sought announcement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or request for proposal. The government has made no commitment to award a contract based on responses received, and no evaluation criteria have been specified beyond the basic requirement to identify capable manufacturers.

This pre-solicitation notice carries no set-aside designation, meaning all qualified vendors are eligible to respond. No incumbent contractor, award value, or specific quantity information has been disclosed in this announcement. Responses are entirely voluntary and submit no binding offers; respondents should be aware that no government funds are available to reimburse costs associated with preparing and submitting information. The due date listed as November 12, 2025, appears to be the posting date rather than a response deadline, suggesting that interested parties should contact the government point of contact for clarification on submission timelines. This sources sought notice represents an early market research phase conducted by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation to identify potential suppliers before formal solicitation documents are developed.