Marine Corp Black Frame, Service Cap
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) Troop Support is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Marine Corp Black Frame, Service Cap (PGC: 03147). This is a survey to gather industry capabilities and inform an acquisition strategy, not a request for bids or proposals. Responses are due by February 17, 2026.
Scope of Research
DLA Troop Support aims to understand industry capabilities for the Frame, Service Cap - MC, including production rates, lead times, and pricing structures. The market research survey (attached Excel file) requests detailed information on:
- Company Information: Business size, type, CAGE code, manufacturer/dealer status, and experience with long-term government contracts.
- Production Capabilities: Monthly production rates, economic minimums/maximums, and maximum production without additional costs.
- Supply Chain & Compliance: Concurrence with Buy American and Berry Amendment terms, material stability, and availability.
- Pricing & Terms: Feedback on a 5-year ordering period with tiered pricing, recommended lot sizes, estimated annual demand, material/labor ratios, cost drivers, and estimated prices for five quantity tiers.
- Lead Times: Proposed production lead times (120 days for the first order, 90 days for subsequent orders).
Anticipated Contract Details
This market research indicates an anticipated Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract type. The performance period is expected to be 60 months, structured with five 12-month price tiers. Vendors are asked to confirm their SAM registration and certifications.
Response & Contact Information
Responses to the market research survey are crucial for shaping the future solicitation. Vendors are asked if a 30-day response time for a Request for Proposal (RFP) is sufficient. Completed Excel surveys should be emailed to John McAnulty at john.mcanulty@dla.mil.
- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 17, 2026, 22:00 UTC
- Published Date: February 2, 2026