9150--Turbine Engine Oil

The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources‑Sought/RFI to identify qualified suppliers of turbine engine oil that is equivalent to Castrol Aero J5 (Part # 15AF27). The requirement is for five 55‑gallon drums of synthetic‑base oil that meets specific NATO and MIL‑PRF‑23699F specifications for aircraft gas‑turbine engines. Respondents must submit a capabilities statement, size status, compliance information, and pricing for market research purposes only. This RFI does not constitute a solicitation; no contract will be awarded based on these responses. • Quantity: 5 drums (each 55 gal) of turbine engine oil meeting NATO Code 0‑156 and MIL‑PRF‑23699F compatibility. • Technical specs: synthetic‑base, viscosity 5 cSt @ 100 °C, covers three classes of gas‑turbine lubricants. • Respondents must detail business size, SAM/CAGE ID, existing federal contracts, Buy‑American compliance, lead time, product life‑cycle, and pricing (market‑research only).