AXLE ASSEMBLY, AUTOMOTIVE - SOURCES SOUGHT
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 Warren is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential manufacturers for Axle Assembly, Automotive (NSN: 2520-01-572-2738, Part No: 3824081/(75Q65)) for HEMTT A4 Vehicles. The government currently lacks rights to the Technical Data Package (TDP). This is not a solicitation, but an opportunity for companies to become an approved source through qualification testing. Responses are due May 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Sources Sought seeks to identify qualified sources for the Axle Assembly, Automotive, which is a structural cross-bar supporting vehicle weight, mounting wheels, and housing mechanical gears to transfer engine power to the ground. The item supports HEMTT A4 Vehicles. The estimated quantities are a minimum of 14 EA and a maximum of 28 EA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 13, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Published: April 28, 2026
Source Approval Process
This notice is for market research and source approval purposes only; it is not a solicitation (IFB/RFP). Becoming an approved source requires qualification testing and evaluation. Source approval does not guarantee business but provides the opportunity to compete on future solicitations. Interested parties should review the Source Approval Program and Source Approval Request (SAR) Package Requirements available on the TACOM Ombudsman website.
Point of Contact
For SAR-related inquiries, contact the Source Approval Officer via email at usarmy.detroit.tacom.mbx.mso-ombudsman@army.mil. The primary contact for this notice is Travis Kelly at travis.kelly@dla.mil or 385-591-2859.