Sources Sought Notice, Stud, Plain, NSN: 5307-20-001-9419
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 interest and capabilities for the production of Stud, Plain (NSN: 5307-20-001-9419, Part No: 10618053). This item is for a Light Armored Vehicle, with an estimated quantity of 24 EA. Responses will inform ACC-DTA's acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Interest
ACC-DTA is seeking information from both small and large businesses capable of manufacturing the specified "Stud, Plain." There is no Technical Data Package (TDP) associated with this procurement, and First Article Testing (FAT) is not applicable.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should submit a response via email to Kaitlyn Fruhner (kaitlyn.n.fruhner.civ@army.mil) with the subject line "Sources Sought, EH6C0065EH." Submissions must include:
- Vendor Profile: Company Name, Mailing Address, CAGE Code, POC, Phone, Email, Website.
- Business Type: Indicate status for NAICS 332722 (e.g., 8(a), Small Disadvantaged, HUBZone, Women-owned, Large Business, Service-disabled Veteran-owned Small Business).
- Nonmanufacturer Rule: State applicable qualification.
- DD 2345: Confirm if a current Military Critical Technical Data Agreement is on file.
- Requirement-Specific Information: Address questions regarding past manufacturing experience for the U.S. Government, current manufacturing capability (including scope, quantity, POCs), proposed production location, FAT experience, production lead time, monthly production rates (minimum, normal, maximum), current price per unit, quality management system and certifications, and commercial availability.
- Proprietary Information: Clearly mark any proprietary data with "PROPRIETARY INFORMATION CONTAINED WITHIN" and provide a release statement for Army personnel.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (for planning purposes)
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, by 21:00Z
- Published: March 26, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a market research survey only and not a solicitation for proposals or quotations. The Government is not obligated to issue a solicitation or award a contract as a result of this announcement. All survey input is voluntary, and no compensation will be provided for participation. Questions concerning this market research are not encouraged.