Sources Sought -SLING, BEAM 3940-20-006-8323
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) has issued a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors for the manufacturing of a specific Sling, Beam Type. This RFI is for government planning purposes only to inform a potential future acquisition strategy. Responses are due by May 20, 2026, at 4:00 pm EST.
Scope of Work
ACC-DTA is seeking information on the capabilities of both small and large businesses to manufacture the following item:
- Noun: Sling, Beam Type
- National Stock Number (NSN): 3940-20-006-8323
- Part Number (P/N): 10685755-011
- NAICS Code: 333923 (Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing)
The government is interested in understanding industry interest, capabilities, and qualifications for this manufacturing requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all business sizes)
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, 4:00 pm EST
- Published: May 6, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should provide a statement of qualifications and capability, including:
- Firm name and address
- Unique Entity ID (UEI) and CAGE Code (valid SAM registration is mandatory)
- Point of Contact (name, phone, email)
- Business size status (small or large, including Service-Disabled Veteran Owned if applicable)
- Summary of commercial availability for the item
- Summary of manufacturing expertise for the part
- Minimum quantity requirements (if any)
- Summary of delivery capability
- Estimated production lead time
- Summary of the place of performance
- Confirmation if NAICS Code 333923 is appropriate
- For small businesses, confirmation of compliance with FAR 52.219-14 and 52.219-27 (Limitation of Subcontracting rule)
- References to relevant contracts performed (scope, quantity, contract number, POC with phone number)
Responses, including product literature and illustrations, should be emailed to Mr. Brian Hurd at brian.t.hurd.civ@army.mil.
Additional Notes
This is solely for government planning and market research. It is not a solicitation for proposals, and the government is not committed to issuing a solicitation or awarding a contract based on this announcement. No costs incurred in responding will be reimbursed.