Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) Muffler Shroud
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 Program Manager Office Light Armored Vehicles (PMO LAV) is conducting market research to identify sources capable of producing Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) Muffler Shrouds. This Sources Sought notice seeks industry capability to manufacture up to 125 shrouds for United States Marine Corps LAVs. Responses are due by June 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
PMO LAV requires the production of up to 125 muffler shrouds for multiple variants of the USMC LAVs, conforming to a drawing provided upon request. Firms must be eligible to receive Controlled Technical Information (CTI) and demonstrate compliance with DFARS clauses 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7020. Production of the specified quantity is expected within 180 days after contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: 2541 (Weapons Systems Specific Vehicular Accessories)
- Set-Aside: None specified (all interested firms, regardless of size, are encouraged to respond)
- Response Due: June 16, 2026
- Published: June 2, 2026
Submission Requirements
Respondents must provide information on their company's capabilities, including commercial literature, a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimate for 125 units, and experience with Department of War manufacturing and CTI handling. Specific timelines are requested for:
- Estimated time to set up and begin production.
- Estimated time to produce two units for First Article Test.
- Estimated average monthly production rate.
- Estimated time to fulfill an order of 125 units after award.
Response Format
Electronic responses are required, compatible with Microsoft 365. Each email message should not exceed 3.5 megabytes, with multiple emails permitted. The subject line must include the message number (e.g., "1 of 3") and "[Company’s Name] response to PM LAV Light Armored Vehicle Muffler Shroud Support Sources Sought".
Additional Notes
This is a market research effort for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future acquisition. The Government is under no obligation to proceed with an acquisition based on responses. Responses should be sent to Drew Pearson at drew.j.pearson2.civ@army.mil.