25-- STEERING GEAR,MITER
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought / Market Survey to identify qualified manufacturers for STEERING GEAR, MITER (NSN 2530-01-472-9842). This effort is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to gather information for a pending Request for Proposals (RFP). Responses are due by Close of Business on March 16, 2026.
Scope & Purpose
The DLA Weapons Support Columbus is seeking potential sources for NSN 2530-01-472-9842. Current approved sources include OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC (P/N 3340967) and R.H. SHEPPARD CO., INC. (P/N M100PNB1/M100PWR1). The Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) 'R' indicates the Government does not own the data or rights needed to purchase from additional sources, and it is uneconomical to acquire or reverse engineer. The market survey will inform a future RFP, which may include a Quantity Option (218 EA base quantity, 654 EA with 200% option).
Information Requested
Potential suppliers are asked to provide comprehensive details, including:
- Business Information: Business size (Large/Small for NAICS), type (Manufacturer/Dealer), manufacturing location, and sales channel preference.
- Product Information: Commercial item status (compliance with FAR Part 12/15, COTS status, price lists, invoices, technical data sheets), inventory status, salient features/cost drivers, and unit size/weight.
- Contracting Preferences: Best delivery time, interest in a Firm Fixed Price contract, F.O.B. Origin acceptability, minimum order quantities, and quantity/price breaks.
Source Approval Request (SAR) Program
Companies wishing to become an 'Approved Source' can submit an application package through the DLA Weapons Support Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. This program requires contractors to demonstrate their ability to manufacture the product to the same or higher quality standard as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Further details are available on the DLA webpage: http://www.landandmaritime.dla.mil/programs/altofferor/.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due: March 16, 2026 (by Close of Business).
- Published: March 9, 2026.
- Contact: Zachary Rodriguez, Zachary.rodriguez@dla.mil, 614-693-9024.
Set-Aside
This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).