25--Tie Rod, Steering
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) is issuing a Presolicitation Notice for an upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) for Tie Rod, Steering (NSN: 2530-01-363-4436). This opportunity is for an Indefinite Quantity Contract with one base year and four option years, not exceeding five years total. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about April 30, 2026, with proposals due approximately 30 days later, around June 2, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This pre-solicitation aims to provide prospective vendors an opportunity to review the National Stock Number (NSN) and inform DLA's acquisition strategy. The contract will cover DLA Direct (Stock) requirements for the specified NSN, which is considered a commercial item under FAR 2.101(3)(i) and will be solicited using FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items. The solicitation will detail quantity breaks, inspection/acceptance terms (Origin or Destination), military or commercial packaging, and government-required delivery.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 1 Base Year + 4 Option Years (Total 5 years maximum)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted With Other Than Full and Open Competition
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about April 30, 2026
- Anticipated Proposal Due Date: On or about June 2, 2026 (30 days after release)
- Issuing Office: DLA LAND AND MARITIME
Evaluation Factors
The final decision will be based on a combination of factors, including price, past performance, delivery, and any other factors listed in the solicitation. Cost or pricing data may be required depending on the NSN's contract minimum and maximum.
Market Research & Documents
Two key documents were provided for market research:
- Market Research LTC Questionnaire.docx: Seeks company information (CAGE, size, status), interest in LTC, willingness to provide cost/pricing data, commercial item status, and delivery limitations. This helps DLA understand market capabilities.
- Market Research LTC Spreadsheet NSN info.xlsx: Provides specific NSN details (Nomenclature, Part Number, Estimated Annual Demand Quantity), and asks vendors for pricing for different quantity tiers, delivery estimates, manufacturer information, commercial item status, GSA schedule availability, and packaging/testing capabilities.
Additional Information
Drawings, if applicable, will be available on cFolders (https://pcf1.bsm.dla.mil/cfolders) once the solicitation is released. The full solicitation (RFP SPE7LX-26-R-0060) will be available on https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Patrick Laugherty, patrick.laugherty@dla.mil, 614-693-1133.