Description
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is issuing a Sources‑Sought notice to gauge market interest and capability for the manufacture, inspection, testing, packaging, and delivery of 84 aviation transparency items (NIINs) across three PPG subsidiaries (PPG Industries, Sierracin, and Texstars). The effort involves full‑scale production of transparent aircraft components such as window panels, windshields, canopies, and associated armor, with responsibilities for surge capacity, quality compliance, logistics, and supply‑chain management. The notice is purely for market research; no solicitation has been released yet, and responses are voluntary.
• Scope covers labor, materials, facilities, equipment, and all processes needed to produce new transparent aircraft parts.
• Potential award could be set‑aside for small businesses or pursued through full/open competition, with multiple awards possible.
• Responses must be submitted by 5 pm Eastern on 2 Nov 2026 via email to the listed DLA contact.