Redacted Justification & Approval (J&A)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the procurement of a specific axle assembly for the HET A1 platform. The Integrated Logistics Support Center Detroit Arsenal is the requiring activity, and the Defense Logistics Agency - Land and Maritime (DLA-WRN) is the contracting activity.

• Procurement of a Firm Fixed-Price contract for Oshkosh Defense HET A1 Axle Assembly.

• The contract is for a base quantity of 3 axles with an option for 3 additional axles.

• The axle is a critical component of the HET A1 vehicle's drivetrain assembly.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance (POP): 240 days for the base period, with an option for 365 days after award for the option quantity.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but a Fair and Reasonable Cost Determination has been made.

• This is a sole-source justification, indicating that a traditional solicitation with competitive proposals is not being used.

• The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source) as the authority for this procurement method.

• The procurement is not set-aside for small businesses. However, FAR clauses related to small business subcontracting will be included if awarded to a large business.

• The Government lacks the necessary Technical Data Package (TDP) or specifications for competitive re-procurement.

• Oshkosh Defense is the sole manufacturer and owner of the technical data for this specific axle assembly.

• Market research was conducted, and only one source (BHPE LLC) expressed interest, but their offering was not identical to the sole-source part.

• Reverse Engineering (RE) is considered too costly and risky to develop a competitive TDP for future procurements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (SPRDL1-25-R-0232) for supplies, issued by DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT (WARREN). It is a "Sealed Bid (IFB)" type solicitation, indicating it is intended for competitive bidding.

• The primary item procured is an "AXLE, VEHICULAR, NOND" with NSN: 2530-01-718-9276.

• The manufacturer is specified as Oshkosh Defense LLC (CAGE: 75065, Part#: D009U867).

• Packaging requirements are detailed, referencing MIL-STD-2073-1E, METHOD 20, with Level of Preservation: Military and Level of Packing: A.

• Inspection and Acceptance are to be performed at the "Origin".

• The contract type is "Firm Fixed Price".

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated in the initial pages but is implied by the solicitation closing date.

• Offers must be received by 11:59 PM local time on 2026-02-23.

• Proposals or quotes are to be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist listed on the cover page.

• The solicitation includes provisions for "All or None" offers, meaning offers must be submitted for the total quantity of items identified to be eligible for award.

• Evaluation factors are detailed in Section M, including "Evaluation of Options" and "Contractor Responsibility and Eligibility for Award."

• The document does not explicitly state any small business or special set-aside requirements in the initial sections.

• Technical Data Packages (TDPs) are not included with this solicitation.

• Electronic contracting is mandatory, and all communications will be electronic.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).