The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research to identify sources interested in and capable of manufacturing 5 each of NSN 2995-013492352, Starter, Engine, Air Turbine, currently identified by part number 36E165-2QC. Potential sources must be able to furnish labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for new manufacture, including component procurement/manufacture, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping, and may also need supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources/material shortage support, and shipment of serviceable assets. This market research will help determine the procurement method under NAICS 336412; the requirement may be set aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition, and multiple awards may be made. There is no solicitation at this time, and interested qualified parties should provide organization details and tailored capability statements to the listed DLA contact by email.

DLA seeks a firm-fixed-price contract for 5 each of an engine air turbine starter, P/N 36E165-2QC, with FOB Origin, inspection/acceptance at Origin, and a higher-level quality system required. Delivery is 141 days ARO to the designated location. The acquisition is unrestricted and other than full and open competition; award is anticipated against the OEM’s Basic Ordering Agreement, though the solicitation will be available upon request. The solicitation is expected to issue on or about November 13, 2026. Offerors must be SAM-registered; alternate offerors must submit a SAR package with their completed solicitation, and offers over $900,000 require a subcontracting plan while offers over $10,000,000 also require certified cost and pricing data.