Gear Tester Software
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 and Maritime is providing a presolicitation notice for the intended acquisition of Gleason GMS300 gear tester software and training. This requirement is for the Product Test Center Division, Mechanical Lab, at the Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC) in Columbus, Ohio. A formal solicitation is expected to be released on June 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The acquisition involves a software upgrade and training for one (1) 300GMS Gear Metrology System. The Mechanical Product Test Center (MPTC) requires upgrades and additions to expand testing capabilities. Key components include:
- Software Installation & Upgrade: Remote installation of Gleason GMS300 gear tester software, including specific packages like (SW)-GAMA-SPIRAL BEVEL, (SW)-GAMA-STRAIGHT BEVEL GEAR, (SW) GAMA-SBG-NOMINAL GENERATION, and (SW) GAMA-STB-NOMINAL GENERATION NEW.
- Licensing: Provision of all required licenses to operate the equipment.
- Calibration: Equipment calibration immediately after software installation, if necessary.
- Training: A three-day training session for MPTC associates, including contractor travel and lodging.
The software must support analysis of production parts, provide capabilities for index, pitch, flank form, and tooth thickness deviation testing for spiral and straight bevel gears, and adhere to industry standards (AGMA, DIN, JIS, GB, ISO).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Place of Performance: DSCC Columbus, Building 9, Section 1, Room 009-1-109 Materials Laboratory, Whitehall, OH 43213.
- Expected Solicitation Date: June 2, 2026
- Published Date: May 15, 2026
Special Requirements
Contractors must have prior satisfactory experience with MPTC, specifically including the installation of the Gleason GMS300 gear tester and initial training (as performed by Gleason Metrology Systems in 2023). The contractor is responsible for all required travel. Invoicing and payment will be processed through the Defense Finance and Accounting Service via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Shaun Bunnell
- Email: Shaun.Bunnell@dla.mil
- Phone: 614-693-2603