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CANOPY, EJECTION SEA

Solicitation: SPE4A7-26-R-0433
Notice ID: 1c2d0aca97554704a575f35dad0a8145
TypeSources SoughtNAICS 336413PSC1670DepartmentDepartment of DefenseAgencyDefense Logistics AgencyStateVAPostedFeb 09, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDueFeb 16, 2026, 08:00 PM UTCExpired

Sources Sought from DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY • DEPT OF DEFENSE. Place of performance: VA. Response deadline: Feb 16, 2026. Industry: NAICS 336413 • PSC 1670.

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Solicitation context: SPE4A7-26-R-0433. Requirements vary by acquisition and contract type; COTS-only exceptions may apply.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 336413 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 33.

12-month awarded value
$355,698,702
Sector total $20,521,343,821 • Share 1.7%
Live
Median
$97,445
P10–P90
$29,456$934,247
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
1.7%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+3121%($334,280,622)
Deal sizing
$97,445 median
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Live POP
Place of performance
Not listed
State: VA
Contracting office
Richmond, VA • 23237 USA

Point of Contact

Name
MICHELLE R SCOTT
Email
michelle.r.scott@dla.mil
Phone
8042977580
Name
Adrienne Davis445-737-4839
Email
Adrienne.Davis@dla.mil
Phone
8042794263

Agency & Office

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Agency
DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
Subagency
DLA AVIATION
Office
DLA AV RICHMOND • DLA AVIATION
Contracting Office Address
Richmond, VA
23237 USA

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Description

SOURCES SOUGHT: 26R0433

CANOPY, EJECTION SEA

The Defense Logistics Agency is issuing a source sought as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support this requirement for NSN 1670-01-236-3820 CANOPY EJECTION SEA. There are four approved sources of supply: FXC CORP GUARDIAN PARACHUTE (56600), MILLS MFG (02693), AIRBORNE SYSTEMS OF AM OF CA (05QR4), AND FXC CORP (52497); P/N J114551. The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this procurement is 336413.

THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AT THIS TIME. This request for capability information does not constitute a request for proposals; submission of any information in response to this market survey is purely voluntary; the government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred. Drawings are not available. 

If your organization has the potential capacity to perform these contract services, please provide the following information: 1) Organization name, address, email address, Web site address, telephone number, and size and type of ownership for the organization; and 2) Tailored capability statements addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements.

The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to 1) provide services consistent in scope and scale with those described in this notice and otherwise anticipated; 2) secure and apply the full range of corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources required to successfully perform similar requirements; 3) implement a successful project management plan that includes: compliance with tight program schedules; cost containment; meeting and tracking performance; hiring and retention of key personnel and risk mitigation; and 4) provide services under a performance based service acquisition contract.

BASED ON THE RESPONSES TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE/MARKET RESEARCH, THIS REQUIREMENT MAY BE SET-ASIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES OR PROCURED THROUGH FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION, and multiple awards MAY be made. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions.

Submission Instructions: Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to perform the above-listed services are invited to submit a response to this Sources Sought Notice by 16 FEB 26. All responses under this Sources Sought Notice must be emailed michelle.r.scott@dla.mil. If you have any questions concerning this opportunity, please contact: Michelle R Scott.

Technical Orders and Qualification Requirements are not available.
APPENDIX 1: Purpose and Objectives

Potential sources shall be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities and equipment required to accomplish the new manufacture of the item(s).  Generally, this entails the procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping.  Additionally, potential sources may be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production requirements, long-lead time parts procurement, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortage issues, and shipping serviceable assets.  The unit prices will be established at the time of a contract award.

The specific requirement for this effort is below:

Part Number

Nomenclature

NSN

Estimated Requirement

J114551

CANOPY, EJECTION SEA

1670-01-236-3820

1617

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Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Executive summary

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is conducting a Sources Sought for the Ejection Sea Canopy (NSN 1670-01-236-3820) under solicitation number SPE4A7-26-R-0433. This effort aims to identify qualified sources capable of providing the necessary manufacturing, inspection, and logistical support. Responses are due by February 16, 2026, and may lead to either small business set-asides or full and open competition depending on the results of the market research.

What the buyer is trying to do

The DLA is seeking to determine market capacity for the procurement of the Ejection Sea Canopy, including manufacturing, inspection, testing, and logistics support.

Work breakdown
  • Procurement/manufacture of component parts
  • Inspection and testing
  • Preservation and packaging
  • Shipping services
  • Supply chain management and logistics planning
Response package checklist
  • Organization name and contact details
  • Tailored capability statements addressing DLA requirements
  • Documentation supporting organizational capabilities
  • Proposals for subcontracting or teaming arrangements
Suggested keywords
DLAEjection Sea CanopyNSN 1670-01-236-3820Aerospace manufacturingSources Sought
Source coverage notes

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  • Clarification on the extent of logistical responsibilities required is unclear

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