This is a DLA direct procurement for 162 units of a bonded core assembly under a firm fixed-price contract. The delivery timeline for production units is 322 days. The solicitation will be issued on or around April 29, 2026, and will be conducted as other than full and open competition. All delivery, inspection, and acceptance terms are FOB Destination. The full solicitation will be available electronically via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS).

The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research for the new manufacture of 162 units of a bonded core assembly (NSN 2995-010842607, part LM200-132). Required capabilities include full-scale manufacturing, supply chain management, logistics planning, and handling long-lead time parts. The government will evaluate potential sources based on their technical, financial, and project management resources to perform under a performance-based contract. This process may result in a small business set-aside or full and open competition, with the possibility of multiple awards. Responses to this market research are voluntary and must be submitted via email by 3:00 PM EST on April 10, 2026.