2530015657606

SOL #: CL25344014Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA LAND AND MARITIME
COLUMBUS, OH, 43218-3990, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (336350)

PSC

Vehicular Brake, Steering, Axle, Wheel, And Track Components (2530)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Feb 3, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Feb 17, 2026, 8:00 PM

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

DLA Weapons Support is conducting a Sources Sought for a long-term contract to procure NSN 2530015657606 (PITMAN ARM, STEERING). This is a critical application item with specific approved sources, and alternate sources require engineering source approval. The purpose is to gather market information for a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC). Responses are due by February 17, 2026.

Scope of Requirement

The requirement is for NSN 2530015657606, classified under Product Service Code 2530 (Vehicular Brake, Steering, Axle, Wheel, And Track Components). The estimated annual demand quantity is 1734 each. This part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge by qualified sources necessitate acquisition from approved sources. Approved sources include AM GENERAL LLC (PN: 6035075) and R. H. SHEPPARD CO., INC. (PN: 2596924). Alternate sources must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research for a long-term contract.
  • Set-Aside: None specified.
  • NAICS Code: 336350, with a business size standard of 1500 employees.
  • Response Due: February 17, 2026, by 20:00:00Z.
  • Published: February 3, 2026.

Information Sought

DLA is seeking information from interested sources via a Market Survey Questionnaire and an NSN Spreadsheet. These documents aim to collect data on approved companies, part numbers, estimated demand, pricing, delivery times, and manufacturer details. The questionnaire also inquires about interest in an LTC, preferred contract periods, cost/pricing data willingness, commerciality, and delivery capabilities. Bidders should review the PID.docx for technical and quality requirements (RA001, RP001, RQ011) and the NSN Information.xlsx for detailed item data.

Additional Notes

This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award. Responses will inform the development of a realistic and beneficial Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC) solicitation. Submit completed documents to Brent Wahle at brent.wahle@dla.mil.

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Points of Contact

Brent WahlePRIMARY

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Posted: Feb 3, 2026
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