FRS M7A1 Manifold
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 Department of the Army's Rock Island Arsenal is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential vendors capable of providing FRS M7A1 MANIFOLDS. This effort aims to gather information on industry capabilities for supplying these critical vehicular components. Responses are due by March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Rock Island Arsenal is seeking vendors to supply FRS M7A1 MANIFOLDS, with a tentative minimum quantity of 92 units and a maximum of 1,000 units. The attached drawing package provides detailed specifications for the required components, including a "Manifold" (DWG NO. 1110700351), a "Hydraulic Block" (DWG NO. 1110700753), and its assembly (DWG NO. 1110700788).
Key specifications include:
- Manifold: Dimensions, material (304 Stainless Steel), and finish requirements (MIL-STD-171, MIL-DTL-53072).
- Hydraulic Block: Detailed dimensions, material (304/304L Stainless Steel), and finish, with notes on burr removal.
- Hydraulic Block Assembly: Components, part numbers, nomenclature, quantities, general torques for fittings and plugs, and the use of hydraulic thread locker.
These drawings are crucial for understanding the precise physical and material requirements for manufacturing or supplying these items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 24, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published: March 11, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit:
- A capability statement.
- Business size (e.g., Large Business, Small business, Women-owned small business).
- Indication of whether they are the manufacturer of the item; if not, the business size of the manufacturer.
- Country of origin of the item.
- Rough estimate of cost for the minimum quantity.
- Rough timeline estimate to provide the minimum quantity.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only. A full set of drawings will be released at the time of any subsequent solicitation. This is not a request for proposal and does not guarantee a future contract.