Clutch, Fan, Engine

SOL #: SPRDL125R0159Pre-Solicitation

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

Engine Cooling System Components, Nonaircraft (2930)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2df1ae710419481280713140b69b6223/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 9, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 6, 2026

Response Deadline

Feb 23, 2026, 8:00 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 Presolicitation Notice for a Clutch, Fan, Engine (NSN: 2930-01-668-5049). This component is critical for the Heavy Equipment Transporter (HET) system (M1070 truck and M1000 trailer), regulating engine cooling. This notice is for source approval; it is not an open solicitation. Responses for source approval are due by February 23, 2026.

Scope of Requirement

The requirement is for a fan clutch (Part No: 98E0012S/4358272) that acts as a smart connector between the engine's fan and its speed, optimizing performance, fuel efficiency, and engine wear. The Government does not possess the Technical Data Package (TDP) or specifications. Minimum quantity is 60 EA, with a maximum of up to 1483 EA.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Presolicitation Notice (for Source Approval)
Set-Aside: None specified
Response Due (Source Approval): February 23, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
Published: February 10, 2026

Source Approval Process

This notice emphasizes that it is not an Invitation for Bid (IFB) or Request for Proposal (RFP). Qualification testing and evaluation are required to become an approved source. Achieving source approval provides the opportunity to compete on future solicitations but does not guarantee business. Interested parties should review the Source Approval Program and SAR Package Requirements available at https://tacom.army.mil/ombudsman and https://tacom.army.mil/ombudsman/source-approval-request.

Additional Information

The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Travis Kelly at travis.kelly@dla.mil or 586-282-1148. For source approval specific inquiries, contact the Source Approval Officer at usarmy.detroit.tacom.mbx.mso-ombudsman@army.mil.