Sources Sought Notice, Motor Engine Starter, NSN: 2920-01-460-0271
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 Department of the Army has issued a Presolicitation for a Motor Engine Starter (NSN: 2920-01-460-0271, P/N: 207-1516). This upcoming procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and will be restricted to authorized distributors for Caterpillar Inc. (CAGE 11083). The solicitation is expected to be posted within 2 to 4 weeks from the presolicitation's publication date of April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for a Motor Engine Starter (NSN: 2920-01-460-0271, P/N: 207-1516). Previous market research (Sources Sought W912CH-26-Q-0013) indicated a requirement for 67 EA with an option for an additional 67 EA, intended for the Assault Breacher Vehicle.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (for a future solicitation)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Contract (anticipated)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Restriction: Authorized distributors for Caterpillar Inc. (CAGE 11083)
- Solicitation Release: Expected 2 to 4 weeks from April 6, 2026
- Presolicitation Response Date: April 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET (for comments on this notice)
- Published: April 6, 2026
Technical Data & Instructions
A link to the Technical Data Package (TDP) will be made available when the official solicitation is released. Interested parties are advised to periodically monitor SAM.gov for the solicitation and any amendments, as the Government will not maintain a mailing list. All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Previous Market Research
An earlier Sources Sought Notice (W912CH-26-Q-0013), posted November 21, 2025, was conducted by ACC-DTA to gather industry capabilities for this item. Responses to that market research were due December 1, 2025.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this opportunity, contact Rachel Gervais at rachel.r.gervais.civ@army.mil or 520-692-8435.