Shock Absorber
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 has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the acquisition of Shock Absorbers (NSN 2510015932843). This action restricts competition to approved sources for these critical spare parts, which are form, fit, and functionally interchangeable for the supported end item or weapon system, identified as the parent WSDC for all Army MRAP WSDCs. The estimated contract value is between $900,000 and $20,000,000.
Purpose & Scope
This justification (FAR 6.302-1) supports Solicitation No. SPE7L126R0031, aiming to procure "Shock Absorber Direct Action" (152 units) and "Shock Absorber Option" (304 units). The requirement is for spare parts that must be fully interchangeable with existing components on Army MRAP weapon systems.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price with a 100% option.
- Estimated Value: Over $900,000 and up to $20,000,000.
- Product Service Code: 2510 - Vehicular Cab, Body, And Frame Structural Components.
Eligibility & Source Restriction
This acquisition is restricted to approved sources due to the "other than full and open competition" justification. The currently approved sources are OshKosh Defense (CAGE 75Q65) and BC Technical Center (CAGE 92SS0). DLA Land and Maritime encourages vendors interested in becoming an approved source to contact their Source Approval Monitor for evaluation. Market research identified Masarine Enterprise LLC as an interested party.
Submission & Next Steps
The acquisition will be synopsized for 15 days prior to the solicitation being posted. The solicitation will then be made available on the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days, targeting dealers of the approved sources. A price analysis will be conducted based on proposed and historical prices. The solicitation will include DLAD Procurement Note, L04, detailing the process for submitting alternate offers and requesting evaluation for future procurements.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Amber Weaver at amber.weaver@dla.mil.