Gearbox Assembly, Steering
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) has issued a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified vendors for the Gearbox Assembly, Steering (NSN: 3010-01-581-5058). This market research effort is intended to establish a pool of approved sources for a potential 5-year Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Responses are due February 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the production of steering gearbox assemblies (Part Number: M110PPU1, CAGE 78222-R.H. Sheppard). These components are critical for the Palletized Loading System (PLS), specifically models M1074, M1075, M1076, and M1077.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Structure: 5-year IDIQ contract
- Quantity: Minimum of 12 units; Maximum of 300 units over the 5-year period
- Set-Aside: None specified (Market Research stage)
- Response Due: February 25, 2026
- Published: February 10, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is not a formal solicitation. Interested firms must undergo qualification testing and evaluation to become an approved source. Vendors are required to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Qualifying as an approved source provides the opportunity to compete on future solicitations but does not guarantee a contract award.
Additional Notes
Detailed requirements for the Source Approval Program and SAR package can be found via the TACOM Ombudsman website. All inquiries should be directed to the Source Approval Officer or the primary point of contact, Patricia M. Roussin.