BOLT, BREECH
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, part of the Department of Defense, has issued a Presolicitation Notice for a Source Approval Request (SAR) for Bolt, Breech (NSN: 1005-01-089-7778, Part No: 12524331). This critical component is intended for the Gun, Automatic, 25mm, M242. This notice is not an open solicitation (IFB or RFP) but an invitation for interested sources to undergo qualification testing and evaluation to become an approved supplier. Qualification is a prerequisite to compete on future solicitations for this item.
Scope of Work
The opportunity seeks qualified manufacturers and suppliers for the Bolt, Breech component. The initial requirement specifies a Base Period Quantity of 281 EA, with a 100% Option Period Quantity. The core objective is to identify and approve sources capable of meeting the technical and quality standards required for this military application.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Source Approval Request (SAR)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Published: February 10, 2026
- Response Due: No specific response date is provided for this presolicitation, as the Source Approval Request process is ongoing.
Evaluation
To become an approved source, interested parties must successfully complete qualification testing and evaluation. It is important to note that achieving source approval does not guarantee business but solely provides the opportunity to compete on subsequent solicitations for the Bolt, Breech.
Additional Notes
This notice explicitly states it is not an open solicitation. Interested parties are directed to review the Source Approval Program and Source Approval Request (SAR) Package Requirements for detailed information on the qualification process. These resources are available at https://tacom.army.mil/ombudsman and https://tacom.army.mil/ombudsman/source-approval-request, respectively. Point of Contact: For SAR-related inquiries, contact the Source Approval Officer at usarmy.detroit.tacom.mbx.mso-ombudsman@army.mil. For general inquiries, contact Travis Kelly at travis.kelly@dla.mil or (385)591-2859.