This opportunity is for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for a counterbalance weight, with a 5-year base period and an estimated annual demand of 850 units. Performance will be evaluated equally on price, past performance, and delivery, with FOB origin and inspection/acceptance at the destination. The required delivery schedule is 61 days after receipt of order (DARO). The contract is unrestricted, and suppliers must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). No specific budget amount or performance location is provided.

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking sources for the manufacture of NSN 5855-015427865, a WEIGHT,COUNTER BALANCE, with the only approved source being AVIATION SPECIALTIES UNLIMITED, INC. Responses to this sources sought notice must be submitted by May 11, 2026. The estimated requirement ranges from a minimum of 253 to a maximum of 850 units. No budget amount or location for performance of services is specified. This market research will help determine if the procurement is set aside for small businesses or opened for full competition.