Haystack Gold Databases
Haystack Gold can be used to retrieve data from multiple databases. Each database is a catalog of information. You search a single database, or a selected number of databases that cross-reference one another.
Haystack Gold includes the databases listed below. Please note that your subscription may not include access to all of the databases. Click the links below for database descriptions and a list of the terms by which each database can be searched.
The databases are as follows:
Search Tools
Pricing and Procurement
- DoD ProH
- Military Sealift Cmd. ProH
- FPDS-NG
- ICARS ProH
- Government Awards
- Government Solicitations
- SRVA
- Quotes and Orders– ISO Group
Vendor Data
Electronic Components
Supplemental Databases
- DoDAAC
- DODIC (AMMO)
- FAA PMA
- Forging Tooling
- GIDEP Alerts
- H2/H6 (FSC/FSG/INC)
- Manufacturer's Drawings
- QPD
- QML/QPL (Historical)
- Safety Data Sheets
US Air Force
US Army
US Navy
US Marine Corps
NATO NMCRL
Canadian DND
UK MoD
Database Status

These sub-databases do not have individual search screens applied to them but searches cross-reference the data and apply relevant results. This list is based on the Super Search databases and the list of databases on the results page for FLISFederal Logistics Information System - the Haystack APL Federal Supply Catalog comprised of the FLIS (Parts 1, 2, 3); the Management List - Consolidated (ML-C); the Federal Supply Classifications Handbooks (H-2); the Federal Item Name Directory (H-6); the Commercial Activity Government Entity Handbook (CAGE); the Characteristics Data (V-Segment); the Interchangeability / Substitutability Data; and the Major Organizational Entity Rules (MOE) databases..
- ARIL
Automatic Return Items List. - data that when available, provides information on Army items returned for repair or replacement. An item is selected as an ARI
Automatic Return Item Code - a one-character code that indicates items in a critical stock position that may be returned to CONtinental or CONtiguous United States depots without getting disposition instructions. See Chapter3, AR-710-1. based on its availability and critical need to the Army users.
- Cancelled NSNs - cross-referenced in Haystack Gold and replacement NSNs are provided.
- CTDF
Contract Technical Data File - an assortment of technical characteristic information as well as additional approved manufacturers/part numbers, drawing numbers, and military specification references./PID
Procurement Item Description. & PSDT
Procurement Specification/Drawing/Technical Publication. - an assortment of technical characteristic information as well as additional approved manufacturers/part numbers, drawing numbers, and military specification references. Over 4 million NIINs in the FLIS database have PID information associated with their records. The sources for this descriptive information are the four hardware DLA
Defense Logistics Agency - provides the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, other federal agencies, and joint and allied forces with a variety of logistics, acquisition and technical services. These include processing requisitions, distribution of parts and supplies, DIIBBS information (DLA International Bid Board System), and Document Services that provide solutions for the conversion, retrieval, output, and distribution of digital documents. centers: Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR), Defense Supply Center Columbus–C (DSCC
Defense Supply Center Columbus/Defense Electronic Supply Center/Standard Microcircuit Drawings.-C), Defense Supply Center Columbus–E (DSCC-E), and Defense Industrial Supply Center (DISC
Defense Industrial Supply Center - CDR DISC 700 ROBBINS AVE PHIL PA ATTN: DISC-SC ).
The Mil Spec/Standard/Drawing number information that is included on the PID/SPEC tab is received from the 4 Major DLA centers: Columbus-Electronic, Columbus-Construction, Philadelphia, and Richmond. - CTDF/WPS - provides information on the source of supply for the CTDF, the codes for the military services and/or participating activities in the Weapon System Support Program.
- DA PAM 25-30
The Department of the Army DA PAM 25 - 30 contains records of current and obsolete publications and blank forms published by the Army, other Military Services, Department of Defense activities, and other Government agencies and activities. This pamphlet also provides resources for materials published by other Services but not available through this index, which is used worldwide. Also Consolidated Index of Army Publications and Forms. - contains records of current and obsolete publications and blank forms published by the Army, other Military Services, Department of Defense activities, and other Government agencies and activities. This pamphlet also provides resources for materials published by other Services but not available through this index, which is used worldwide.
- DRMS
Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service - relates to the DRMS branch of the DLA and responsible for worldwide disposal solutions for property owned by the Department of Defense. DRMS carries out its mission via the DRMOs at or near major military bases worldwide and employs in excess of 3000 people. The primary mission of DRMS is to extend the value of items purchased by DOD
Department of Defense Documents. entities and no longer needed in other military programs or federal agencies. DRMS also donates property to State Agencies for Surplus Property via GSA
General Services Administration (Civil Agencies).'s Donation Program or recovers proceeds from items via sale to the general public.
- Found In - link to a list of NSNs in which a NIIN
National Item Identification Number - nine-digit number assigned to a part under the Federal Cataloging Program. It is the last nine digits of the National Stock Number. or item is found and which is generally associated with assembly kits. It cross-references several databases, such as the FLIS and Army Technical Manuals.
- Freight Data - Segment G Freight Classification Data is used in the shipping of the item and contains the National Motor Freight Code.
- GSA - contains procurement history for those items purchased off of GSA contracts. Information includes GSA schedule, CEC
Two definitions: (1) Contractor Establishment Code - nine character code assigned by Dun & Bradstreet that identifies the contractor establishment receiving the award. The DUNS number has formally replaced the CEC as the Federal Procurement Data System's (FPDS) official contractor identification code; (2) Combat Essentiality Code - one character code used by the Marine Corps to signify items that indicate whether an end item is essential to the operational readiness of a weapon system or the conduct of a military mission or if the end item is a functional part contributing to the tactical and essential operations of an end item component or assembly whose failure would render the end item inoperable or incapable of fulfilling its mission; or if a repair or secondary depot repairable component is required for the safety and health of personnel, or is required by state or local laws. number, contractor name and address, NSNs/SINs, performance location, and contract dates.
- HMDF
Hazardous Material Data File - includes special handling instructions, transportation codes, and other applicable/available information as it relates to the item and NSN
National Stock Number - a 13-digit number assigned to a part under the Federal Cataloging Program. The first four digits of the NSN are the Federal Supply Class (FSC) of the part. The last nine digits are the National Item Identification Number (NIIN) of the part. used as search criteria.
- Inventory/Capabilities - provided by Vendors and includes the Vendor's name, telephone number, FAX number, Web address, the Point of Contact's name, Title (if supplied), email address, the part number and manufacturer (if supplied), the FSC
Federal Supply Classification - a four-digit code. The first two digits denote the group or major division of commodities; the last two denote the class or subdivisions of commodities within a group. Items which are similar in physical or performance characteristics are requisitioned together, or grouped together, for supply management purposes and given a Federal Supply Class (FSC) code. The FSC is., the NIIN, a description of the part, the condition of the part, the quantity available and the lead time required to obtain the part (if supplied), and the date the information Vendor information was updated.
Since the information is supplied by the Vendor, it does not imply that they are, or have been, authorized by the government to manufacture the parts listed. - ILSmart - an ILS
Inventory Locator Service. ILS is aviation's largest and most active eMarketplace and is used by more than 200 airlines and 700 repair stations, as well as manufacturers, FBOs and distributors. Aviation suppliers around the world list over 5 billion parts in the ILS database. The ILS electronic marketplace includes parts, equipment, overhaul and service capabilities from suppliers around the world, and company profiles, ILS also offers Parts Manufacturer Approvals from suppliers holding a PMA issued by the Federal Aviation Administration and United States Government Cross References. This electronic marketplace enables suppliers to selectively advertise inventory to target markets and/or government buyers. The company has served the aviation industry since 1979 and the marine industry since 1989. If you click the underlined ILS Mart link for the NIIN (when available by selecting More Databases) or click the ILS icon, the NSN used to display the list of Part Numbers is derived by matching the ILS Part Number and Item Name to the FLIS Part Number and Item Name. By clicking the part number link you will be taken to the ILSMart Website which provides you a list of Part Numbers with Item Names and Vendor Names, for your review, that may or may not include the item you are looking for. You must type a user name and password to Login to the site. Turbolink that provides instant access to ILS, aviation’s largest and most active eMarketplace. ILS is used by more than 200 airlines and 700 repair stations, as well as manufacturers, FBOs and distributors. Aviation suppliers around the world list over 5 billion parts in the ILS database. The ILS electronic marketplace includes parts, equipment, overhaul and service capabilities from suppliers around the world, and company profiles. ILS also offers Parts Manufacturer Approvals from suppliers holding a PMA
Parts Manufacturing Authority - required in order to manufacture and market aeronautical parts that will be installed on FAA type certificated items. issued by the Federal Aviation Administration and United States Government Cross References. This electronic marketplace allows suppliers to selectively advertise inventory to target markets and government buyers. The company has served the aviation industry since 1979 and the marine industry since 1989.
Following are the ILSmart condition codes:
AR - As removed from aircraft. Applies to timed/cycled out items that may or may not have indicating tag.
NE - New equipment or product purchased from the manufacturer or distributor. Traceability or certification information available if applicable. Tag or paperwork available. Packages are unopened.
NS - New surplus items have passed through multiple owners since their manufacture. They may or may not have traceability or certification but will have tag indicating zero time or cycles. Non-zero time or cycled items are listed in AR or SVService (unit of issue) - the purchase of employment, or defining of work to be done. conditions depending on results of bench check inspection.
OH - Overhauled items with zero time or cycle certified by an FAAFederal Aviation Administration., IAA, MOT, etc. repair station.
SV - Serviceable items are those removed from an aircraft with time or cycles remaining or those removed and bench-checked by authorized repair station or inspector. Items listed in this condition have tag if applicable. - LIRSH
List of Items Requiring Special Handling - identifies items that require special handling, such as shelf life items and shelf-life actions, repair items and procedures specially secured items, and hazardous materials. - includes codes that identify:
- item shelf life and shelf life actions
- item demilitarization procedures
- if the item should be specially secured
- any hazardous materials within the item - MRIL
Master Reparable Item List - current authorized disposition instructions for Not Ready For Issue (NRFI) reparable items. It is the primary Navy source document for users, shippers, and receivers of managed reparable components. - provides users, shippers, and receivers of Navy-managed repairable components with current authorized disposition instructions for NRFI
Not Ready For Issue. repairable assets. It is the primary Navy source document detailing where to ship a repairable item when it is broken. The Fleet Material Support Office prepares the data. It covers disposition instructions for items managed by both the ASO and the SPCC
Ships Parts Control Center - the Cross Reference File references both cataloged and non-cataloged items. Available data includes part numbers, FSCM/CAGEs, NIINs, and Temporary Navy Item Control numbers..
- MSD
Materiel Support Division - an element of the Air Force Working Capital Fund (AFWCF) that funds the procurement and repair of USAF-managed repairable and consumable spares. - the Air Force MSD Price/Cost data elements. The MSD publishes 13 prices/costs. The USAF
United States Air Force. MSD stock fund includes most USAF managed spares (ERRC C, T, N and P). MSD items can be identified by a numeric budget code.
- NIIN/FLIS Images - when available, are thumbnail drawings of parts and belong to NSN records with the same INCs. If the database displays as a link in the Details Summary screen when you do a search in the FLIS, you can click on the link and view the associated image(s). Click to view an enlarged version of the image. A link to a list of the NIINs with that image is included, if available, with the enlarged version of the image. NIIN/FLIS images are available when completing an FLIS/TIR search.
- Packaging
Packaging data is shown in coded form. To make maximum use of this data, a detailed explanation of the coding is required. It is available in ASO Instructions P4440.60E. Data - Segment W Packaging Data defines how the item is to be packaged for shipment.
- Parts List - a comprehensive source for information on commercial parts and suppliers that can help you comply with COTS initiatives. Verify part numbers and NSNs, locate suppliers, find phone and fax numbers, and request quotes online. Many vendor listings include part descriptions, quantity in stock, price, availability, condition, unit of issue, links to vendor Haystack Gold sites, and vendor profile information.
The Parts Center features over 117 million individual parts, standards information from over 400 of the world’s leading standards organizations, and records from over 450,000 manufacturers.
The ILS Database section of the Parts Center includes links to over 42 million aviation and marine line items in the ILS BidQuest Component. On BidQuest, buyers post items or services they need and receive competitive bids from sellers. BidQuest helps buyers obtain competitive pricing while helping sellers find serious customers.
The Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul section helps users identify parts that can be repaired or overhauled through certified FAA repair stations.
The Obsolete Parts section provides information on parts for which an Issuance of Discontinuance has been, or is about to be, submitted by the manufacturers or suppliers. - Related NIINs - related to the NSNs of all items in the family. The NSN of the Master Item will always be the last NSN entered. Related NSNs are all items in the I&S
Interchangeable and Substitutable Data - the Department of Defense Interchangeable and Substitutable file contains a cross-reference of both interchangeable and substitutable National Stock Numbers found in the Defense Integrated Data System (DIDS). family.
- SNUD
Air Force Stock Number User Directory. - used as a research tool to assist in locating retail lateral support. It contains all stock numbers for which participating activities have established user interest, as well as Air Force management data for each National Stock Number
identifies the Forms, Publications, and Directives.. Activities in the SNUD are identified with a SRAN
Stock Record Account Number. code.
- Technical Characteristics - provides detailed item descriptions, including information such as materials, dimensions, colors, conditions, and performance characteristics of supply parts. Technical Characteristics search is available from a FLIS/TIR search.