Steering Gear
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Warren is soliciting proposals for Steering Gear (NSN 2530-01-581-0437) under a Firm Fixed-Price contract. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a base quantity of 3 units with an unexercised option for additional units. Proposals are due April 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation, SPRDL1-26-Q-0053, requires the provision of "STEERING GEAR" (NSN 2530-01-581-0437), specifically manufactured by R.H. Sheppard (CAGE: 78222, Part Number: XD120SF1) or Oshkosh Defense LLC (CAGE: 75065, Part Number: 3807652). The base requirement is for 3 units, with an option for an additional 3 units.
Key Requirements
- Item: Steering Gear, NSN 2530-01-581-0437.
- Quantity: 3 units (base), 3 units (option).
- Packaging: Strict adherence to MIL-STD-2073-1 and Special Packaging Instruction AK15810437_A.pdf is mandatory. This includes detailed military preservation (Method 43), unit packing (blocking, bracing, barrier material, cushioning), packing levels (Level A), and marking (MIL-STD-129). A Bill of Material and diagrams are provided in the packaging instructions.
- Inspection & Acceptance: At Origin.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Delivery: FOB Destination.
- Delivery Period: 145 days after contract award for the base quantity; 145 days after option exercise for the option quantity.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: April 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.
- Submission Method: Proposals/quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist.
- Eligibility: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov.
- FAR Clauses: Includes 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4.
- Evaluation: A reverse auction may be utilized for pricing negotiations.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Stephen Granch
- Email: Stephen.Granch@dla.mil
- Phone: (586) 506-3212
Additional Notes
No Technical Data Package (TDP) is included with this solicitation. All contract awards, modifications, and delivery orders will be issued electronically. Bidders are advised to allow adequate time for submission and to carefully review the Special Packaging Instructions for compliance.