Sources Sought Notice, Market Research, Nut, Plain, Slotted, Hexagon, NSN: 5310-01-526-0641
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 Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice/Market Research Survey to identify industry capabilities for the production of Nut, Plain, Slotted, Hexagon (NSN: 5310-01-526-0641, P/N: B18243B10). This market research aims to inform the acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement, with an estimated requirement of 124 units per year for five years, intended for the Stryker Family of Vehicles (FOV). Responses are due by February 20, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This is a market research effort, not a solicitation, to gauge interest and capabilities from both small and large businesses. The government seeks to understand the industrial base's ability to manufacture this specific nut, which is a critical component for the Stryker FOV.
Key Item Details
- Item: Nut, Plain, Slotted, Hexagon
- NSN: 5310-01-526-0641
- Part Number: B18243B10
- Estimated Quantity: 124 units per year for 5 years
- End Item Application: Stryker Family of Vehicles (FOV)
Technical Data Package (TDP) Access
A TDP is available for this procurement, but access is restricted to Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. DoD contractors. Vendors must possess a current DD 2345 certification on file with DLIS and will be verified through the Joint Certification Program (JCP). Access requests should be made via SAM.gov. All distributed technical data must be destroyed upon completion of its intended purpose.
Information Requested
Respondents are asked to provide:
- Company Profile: Name, address, CAGE code, point of contact, contact information, website.
- Business Type: Including NAICS 333991 and small business status verification.
- Manufacturing Experience: Past government contracts for this item or similar.
- Current Capability: Manufacturing capacity, proposed production location, experience with First Article Testing (FAT).
- Production Details: Lead time, monthly production rates, current price per unit.
- Quality Management System: Details and certifications.
- Commercial Availability: Summary of commercial availability.
- Other: Any other pertinent information.
Submission Instructions & Deadline
- Responses are voluntary and will not be compensated.
- Submit completed surveys via email to Colin Creagh at colin.t.creagh.civ@army.mil.
- The subject line must be: "Sources Sought Notice, Nut, Plain, Slotted, Hexagon".
- Clearly mark all proprietary information with "CONFIDENTIAL" and include a release statement for Army personnel. Be aware that marking data as "CONFIDENTIAL" may limit consideration if support contractors are involved in evaluation.
- Responses must be received no later than February 20, 2026.
Important Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future contract award. No questions are encouraged for this market research notice.