Beadlock, Spacer Kit

SOL #: SPE7LX26D0027JustificationSole Source

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

Tire Manufacturing (except Retreading) (326211)

PSC

Tire Rebuilding And Tire And Tube Repair Materials (2640)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 6, 2026

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 and Maritime has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the procurement of a Beadlock, Spacer Kit (NSN: 2640-016126934). This critical component is essential for increasing the mobility of wheeled vehicles, particularly for the Patriot Missile system, by allowing lower tire pressure without the risk of tire slippage or unseating. The J&A supports solicitation SPE7LX25R0026, leading to contract SPE7LX26D0027.

Scope of Work

  • Procurement of the Beadlock, Spacer Kit (NSN: 2640-016126934).
  • The kit is designed to secure the tire bead to the wheel flange, enabling safe operation at low air pressures.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: The J&A is for a potential contract structured with 1 base year and 2 one-year option periods.
  • Authority: The statutory authority for other than full and open competition is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing availability from only one or a limited number of sources.
  • Sole Source: Hutchinson Industries (CAGE 62161) is identified as the only approved and known source possessing the necessary data or rights to manufacture this item.
  • Product Service Code: 2640 - Tire Rebuilding And Tire And Tube Repair Materials.

Submission & Evaluation

  • The acquisition was synopsized on beta.SAM.gov around February 24, 2025.
  • A Sources Sought notice was previously published on beta.SAM.gov from July 31, 2024, to August 9, 2024.
  • The solicitation will be posted on the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days.
  • Price analysis will be conducted using historical pricing, Producer's Price Index (PPI), and learning curve analysis. Uncertified cost and pricing data may be requested.

Eligibility / Set-Aside

  • This procurement is not suitable for small business set-aside due to the sole-source nature and the lack of expectation that multiple small businesses can offer the material from the approved source.

Contact Information

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Michael AllenPRIMARY
michael.2.allen@dla.mil
6146923248

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