AUTOMOTIVE DRIVING AXLE ASSEMBLY
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
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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 Warren has issued an Award Notice for the Automotive Driving Axle Assembly (NSN 2520-01-593-1012, Part No. 3815352) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This award pertains to the supply of these critical vehicular power transmission components, manufactured by Oshkosh Defense, LLC, with specific packaging requirements for delivery to Texarkana, TX. The notice was published on February 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This award covers the supply of AXLE ASSEMBLY, AUTOMOTIVE, DRIVING, identified by NSN 2520-01-593-1012 and Part Number 3815352. The manufacturer is Oshkosh Defense, LLC (CAGE 75Q65). The base quantity for this requirement is 3 units, with an option for an additional 100%.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice
- Item: AXLE ASSEMBLY,AUTOMOTIVE,DRIVING
- NSN: 2520-01-593-1012
- Part Number: 3815352
- Manufacturer: Oshkosh Defense, LLC (75Q65)
- Quantity: Base: 3, Option: 100%
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 2520 (Vehicular Power Transmission Components)
- Award Published Date: February 26, 2026
- Place of Performance: Texarkana, TX, United States
Key Requirements & Documentation
The Special Packaging Instructions document (AK15931012_A.pdf) is a critical component of this award, detailing precise requirements for the preservation, packing, and marking of the "Dressed Axle #3." Awarded vendors must strictly adhere to these instructions to ensure compliance and prevent rejection of shipments. Key elements include:
- Preservation & Cleaning: Specifies MIL-STD-2073-1, Method 20, with particular preservatives and lubricants.
- Drying: Requires MIL-STD-2073-1 and Note B.
- Packing: Outlines the use of specific materials such as ASTM-D6199 for blocking/bracing, MIL-PRF-121 Type II barrier material, and ASTM-D7478 containers. It also mandates the addition of approximately 1 quart of 80/90 weight gear lubricant into the axle housing.
- Marking: Requires marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Bill of Materials: Provides a list of lumber sizes and hardware sets for constructing the shipping container.
- Diagrams: Includes visual guides for crate assembly and axle placement.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Junae Tabb (Junae.Tabb@dla.mil, 385-591-2861)
- Secondary Contact: DLA FBO Mailbox (DLALandWarrenFBO@dla.mil)