Axle Assembly, Automotive

SOL #: SPRDL1-25-R-0177Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA LAND WARREN

WARREN, MI, 48397, United States

Place of Performance

Warren, MI

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (336350)

PSC

Vehicular Power Transmission Components (2520)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bf41798fd2c7451686333c73824a56c1/view

Timeline

Posted

Aug 7, 2025

Last Updated

Feb 13, 2026

Submission Deadline

Oct 6, 2025, 7:00 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

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Warren has issued a Justification & Approval (J&A) for a sole-source, Firm-Fixed-Price contract to Oshkosh Defense LLC for Axle Assemblies, Automotive, Driving (NSN 2520-01-366-3318, P/N 1837410 U / 12439164). This J&A, published February 13, 2026, justifies the award under FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source) due to the government's lack of a Technical Data Package (TDP) and the uneconomical nature of reverse engineering.

Purpose & Scope

This contract is for the procurement of axle assemblies used on Palletized Loading System (PLS) M1074-M1077 vehicles. The requirement includes a base quantity of five (5) each and an option for an additional five (5) each, totaling ten (10) units. These axle assemblies are critical components supporting vehicle weight and may include a driving differential mechanism.

Contract Details

The contract type is Firm-Fixed-Price. While an Unrestricted solicitation (SPRDL1-25-R-0177) was previously issued with an offer due date of November 4, 2025, market research conducted, including a Sources Sought Notice, did not yield other interested or suitable sources. The solicitation included an "All or None" provision, requiring offers for total quantities.

Justification for Sole Source

The government does not possess the rights to the technical data package or specifications necessary for competitive reprocurement. Reverse engineering the part to develop a competitive TDP is estimated to incur significant costs and time (redacted months and dollars), with estimated savings from competition taking redacted years to offset these development costs. This makes competitive acquisition economically unfeasible.

Eligibility & Set-Aside

This is a sole-source acquisition to Oshkosh Defense LLC. Although not a set-aside, the contract will include clauses to maximize small business utilization and subcontracting opportunities.

Submission & Evaluation

The J&A outlines the government's decision-making process for this sole-source award. The prior solicitation required proposals to be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist. Specific packaging and marking requirements (DD Form 2169) are detailed, including military preservation, packing, and marking standards (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-PRF-121, MIL-STD-129).