Redacted Justification & Approval (J&A)
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) - DLA Land Warren has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole-source procurement of Axle Assembly, Automotive Driving (NSN 2520-01-581-2108), for the M915A5 Line Haul Truck. This J&A identifies Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems (CAGE 78500) as the only qualified source. While a sole-source justification, notices will be published, and any bids received will be considered.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for the Axle Assembly, Automotive Driving, Army part number 12512472. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price, five-year indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) agreement. The minimum order quantity is five units, with a maximum quantity of 53 units over the five-year period.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: Five years
- Product Service Code: 2520 (Vehicular Power Transmission Components)
- Published Date: May 21, 2026
Eligibility / Sole Source Justification
This procurement is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii)(A) or (B), citing "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the sole qualified source with the necessary technical expertise and facilities. Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice, did not yield other interested sources or suitable replacement parts. Reverse engineering for competition is estimated to cost $4.5M and cause unacceptable delays.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a sole-source justification, not a solicitation for competitive proposals. However, notices required by FAR 5.201 will be published, and any bids or proposals received in response will be considered by the agency.
Additional Notes
The contract will include FAR clauses related to small business concerns and subcontracting plans to maximize small business opportunities. There are no current plans to increase competition for future procurements of this item.