This is a sole-source procurement for 128 Liquid Quantity Indicators for the C/KC-135 Stratolifter aircraft, with Simmonds Precision Products as the only approved manufacturing source. The requested delivery timeline is 699 days, and delivery locations will vary based on DLA warehouse stock. The acquisition is conducted on an all-or-none basis, and award will be based on a best-value determination weighing price and past performance approximately equally. While it is a sole-source notice, the government will consider all proposals received and may alter its strategy if purchasing from a surplus dealer or distributor is in its best interest. All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

This is a sources sought notice for market research to identify potential suppliers for the manufacture of a liquid quantity indicator (Part Number EA148ANH-70, quantity 128 each). The government is seeking capability statements from organizations to assess market capacity for a potential future procurement. Responses are purely voluntary and must be submitted via email by the close of business on March 02, 2026. Based on the responses, the requirement may be set aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition. The notice details required capabilities, including manufacturing, supply chain management, and project management under a performance-based contract.