PAD,THRUST

This solicitation seeks qualified manufacturers to provide source‑qualified alternatives for a specific National Stock Number (NSN 2530‑014802484) described as “PAD, THRUST.” The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is requesting potential vendors to submit technical data and pricing information so that they may be evaluated for inclusion as an Approved Source under the Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) program. The opportunity does not specify a firm contract value; instead, it is a source‑sourcing effort to broaden the supplier base for a part that cannot be competitively sourced due to lack of publicly available data. • NSN 2530‑014802484 – PAD, THRUST component, currently approved only to WaKusha Bearings Corp. • Vendors must submit a complete SAR package demonstrating capability to manufacture the part to equal or better quality than the OEM. • All submissions are due by 23:59 ET on 29 October 2026; responses are to be sent directly to the listed DLA contract specialist.