Projectile Rack Assembly
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 conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential manufacturers for a Projectile Rack Assembly (NSN 2590-01-179-9039). This market research is intended to gather information for a pending Request for Proposals (RFP). The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties are requested to complete and return the attached market survey by COB December 29, 2025.
Scope of Requirement
This notice seeks sources for the Projectile Rack Assembly, identified by NSN 2590-01-179-9039, with an AMC/AMSC of "1/G". The anticipated quantity is 125 units, with a 100% option for an additional 250 units. The market survey aims to gather comprehensive data to inform the future solicitation.
Market Survey Details
The market survey questionnaire, titled "Market Survey Blank Revised Form.docx", requests detailed information from potential suppliers. Key areas include:
- Supplier Information: Business size (Large/Small), type (Manufacturer/Dealer), actual manufacturing capability, source of supply (if dealer), manufacturing location, and preferred dealing method.
- Item Specifics: Inventory status, quantity sensitivity, commercial item status (including percentage sold to public/government, price list availability, invoices, and technical data), and whether it's a commercial off-the-shelf or catalog item.
- Delivery & Contract Terms: Best possible delivery time, acceptance of F.O.B. Origin, minimum order quantity, and willingness to submit an offer on a Firm Fixed Price contract.
- Additional Data: Quantity/price breaks, salient features/cost drivers, unit size/weight, and hazardous material content.
- Compliance: Ability to comply with STD-COM Pkg I/A/W ASTM D 3951 and RFID, and willingness to comply with FAR Part 12 or Part 15. The NAICS code associated with this requirement is 336320.
Approved Source Information
The notice indicates that approved sources for this NSN are currently listed. Companies wishing to become an "Approved Source" may submit an application package through the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. A SAR package must include all technical data necessary to demonstrate that the prospective contractor can competently manufacture the product to the same or higher quality standard as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Further details on the SAR program are available on the DLA Weapons Support Columbus web page (https://www.dla.mil/Land-and-Maritime/Business/Selling/Alternate-Offers).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Market Survey Response Due: COB December 29, 2025
- Published Date: December 17, 2025
Contact Information
For inquiries and submission of the market survey, please contact Amber Weaver at amber.weaver@dla.mil.