Sources Sought
FROM: 409 SCMS/GUMA
TO: DLA Aviation Procurement Operations at Warner Robins (SPRWA1)
LOCATION: Robins AFB, GA 31098-1813
FBO Post Title: Request for Interested Manufacturers for C-5 Distribution Box, NSN: 6110011976781UC
SUBJECT: Market research is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the
expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the
C-5 Distribution Box, NSN: 6110011976781UC, Part Number: 4V10045-101A.
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
The C-5 Distribution Box, NSN: 6110011976781UC/ Part Number: 4V10045-101A, is primarily used to distribute electrical power from one or more primary power sources to various electrical and electronic items for the C-5 aircraft.
Impediment to Competition:
The original equipment manufacturer for this item is Lockheed Martin Corporation (CAGE 98897), which maintains its data and repair. The Government does not own any data, drawings, schematics, or any other releasable technical data in support of this requirement. As a result, Lockheed Martin Corporation is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the C-5 Distribution Box’s performance requirements and possession of the required technical data and capabilities needed to produce this item and ensure compatibility of the equipment.
INTEREST:
The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to Lockheed Martin Corporation (CAGE 98897) for the manufacture of the C-5 Distribution Box, NSN: 6110011976781UC, Part Number: 4V10045-101A, in support of the C-5 program. Other interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement no later than January 20, 2026 by emailing your name and email address to PCO roberto.martinez-perez@dla.mil. The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.
DISCLAIMER
This sources sought synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract because of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.
