Sources Sought_Ring Brake Assembly
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 / Market Survey to identify qualified contractors for the production of a Ring Brake Assembly (NSN: 1005-00-701-2801). This market research aims to gather information for planning a potential future acquisition strategy. Responses are due by April 27, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
ACC-DTA is seeking to gauge industry interest, capability, and capacity for manufacturing the Ring Brake Assembly. This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. The associated Product Service Code is 1005 (Guns, Through 30 Mm).
Key Requirements & Information Requested
Vendors are asked to provide comprehensive details including:
- Company Profile: Name, address, CAGE, POC, contact info, website, business type (e.g., 8(a), Small Disadvantaged, HUBZone, Large Business).
- NAICS Code: Confirmation of appropriateness for NAICS 332994.
- Technical Data Package (TDP): A TDP is available with distribution code D (DoD and U.S. DoD contractors only). Access requires a current DD 2345 certification and JCP registration.
- Manufacturing Experience: Past experience with this item (contract numbers, agencies) and current manufacturing capability.
- Production Details: Proposed production location, lead time, minimum/normal/maximum sustainable monthly production rates, current price per unit, minimum order quantity, and quantity discount thresholds.
- Testing: Experience with First Article Testing, as the contractor will be required to test five units.
- Quality Management System: Details and certification status.
- Commercial Availability: Summary of commercial availability.
- Nonmanufacturer Rule: Qualification status, if applicable.
Submission Instructions & Deadline
Responses must be submitted via email to Ryan Nawrocki at ryan.d.nawrocki.civ@army.mil by April 27, 2026, 11:59 PM EST. The email subject line must be "Sources Sought Ring Brake Assembly (Name of Business)". Proprietary information should be clearly marked. No telephone responses will be accepted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 11:59 PM EST
- Published: April 13, 2026