This is a 5-year, indefinite quantity contract for a critical Air Force safety item, a specific locking ring assembly. The estimated annual quantity is 400 units, and performance will be FOB Destination. The government intends to negotiate with only one or a limited number of sources, as the sole approved source is currently Moeller Mfg. Co. LLC. Other contractors may submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package to be considered as an additional source. The estimated date for the solicitation to be issued is March 26, 2026.

This is a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify potential suppliers for the new manufacture of a Locking Ring Assembly (NSN 2840-01-420-6141/Part SW31416). The government is seeking capability statements from organizations to assess market capacity for a potential 5-year base period requirement. Responses are purely voluntary and will help determine if the procurement will be set aside for small businesses or be full and open competition. Interested parties must submit their capability information via email. No budget, specific performance location, or solicitation timeline is provided at this stage.