Sources Sought, Connecting Link Assembly, Rigid Base, NSN: 3040-01-646-4197
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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 Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a Sources Sought / Market Research Survey to identify interested and capable businesses for the production of a Connecting Link Assembly, Rigid Base (NSN: 3040-01-646-4197, Part No: 13055790). This market research aims to inform the acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement. Responses are due by March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
ACC-DTA is seeking information on capabilities for producing the Connecting Link Assembly, Rigid Base, with an estimated quantity of 16 EA. This item is for the Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzer (M109A7). First Article Testing is not required.
Technical Data Package (TDP)
A Technical Data Package (TDP) is associated with this procurement. Access is restricted to Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. DoD contractors with a current DD 2345, Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement on file with the Defense Logistics Information Service (DLIS). Vendors must request access via SAM.gov, pending verification of active registration in the Joint Certification Program (JCP). All distributed technical data must be destroyed after use.
Submission Instructions
This is a voluntary market research survey; no compensation will be provided, and questions are not encouraged. The government is not obligated to issue a solicitation or award a contract based on this announcement.
- Response Deadline: March 23, 2026
- Submission Method: Email to Kaitlyn Fruhner (kaitlyn.n.fruhner.civ@army.mil)
- Subject Line: "Sources Sought, W912CH-26-Q-0031"
- Proprietary Information: Clearly mark all proprietary data with "CONFIDENTIAL" and include a release statement for Army personnel. Overbreadth in marking may limit usefulness.
Questionnaire / Survey
Respondents are requested to complete a survey covering:
- Vendor Profile: Company name, address, CAGE Code, POC, contact info, website.
- Business Type: Indicate status for NAICS 333613 (e.g., 8(a), Small Disadvantaged, HUBZone, Women-owned, Large Business, Service-disabled Veteran-owned Small Business).
- NAICS Code Appropriateness: Confirm if NAICS 333613 is appropriate.
- Nonmanufacturer Rule: Indicate applicable qualification.
- DD 2345 Status: Confirm current DD 2345 on file.
- Requirement-specific Information: Past manufacturing experience, current manufacturing capability, production location, First Article Testing experience, production lead time, monthly production rates, current price per unit, quality management system, commercial availability, and any other pertinent information.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Published Date: March 12, 2026
- Response Due: March 23, 2026