Free NSN and part number lookup
Enter a National Stock Number (NSN) or a manufacturer part number. We'll show what the part is, who controls its design, which companies are catalogued for it, and whether DLA's own codes let a new source compete for it, in plain English.
What the answer means
When DLA has an acquisition method on file for a part, it records a code (AMC) and a suffix (AMSC). Many catalogued parts have no acquisition method on file, and the lookup says so rather than guessing. Together they say whether the government can buy the part competitively and, if not, why: missing drawing rights, a required source approval, special tooling, and so on. Most people quoting DLA work never see these codes until a bid is rejected.
Read the plain-English guide to AMC and AMSC codes, or send us a part number and we'll check which shops can realistically make it.
New to selling to DLA? Start with our government contracting guide for machine shops. Want a person to check a solicitation for you? See the DLA bid desk.
Data: DLA PUB LOG public cataloging data, updated monthly. Proprietary and restricted items are excluded by DLA. Coverage today: aircraft parts and mechanical power transmission parts (Federal Supply Groups 15, 16, 17 and 30). MachineShop.Directory is not affiliated with DLA.