UNIVERSAL JOINT, VEHICULAR FOR M182A1
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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, Army Contracting Command - Rock Island (ACC-RI) has issued a Simplified Acquisition Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Universal Joints, Vehicular for the M182A1 Cradle Assembly / M109 Howitzer Family. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by March 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks two types of Universal Joints:
- CLIN 0001: Part Number 0953657 (NSN: 2520-00-868-8058), Quantity: 10. Physical characteristics include an overall length of 4.250 inches and a special feature length of 2.907 inches.
- CLIN 0002: Part Number 0953661 (NSN: 2520-00-868-8059), Quantity: 15. This is a C1 Single Joint with an overall length of 4.250 inches, outside diameter of 1.500 inches, and hub-on-both-ends connection type, including detailed spline specifications.
All items require a Certificate of Conformance. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073 and MIL-STD-129 marking standards. The required delivery date is March 31, 2026.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, Simplified Acquisition under SAT.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 336350 (Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing).
- PSC Code: 2520 (Vehicular Power Transmission Components).
- Place of Performance: FOB Destination McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, McAlester, OK. Inspection and acceptance will occur at RIA-JMTC (Rock Island Arsenal - Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center), Rock Island, IL.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to regina.l.gibson7.civ@army.mil on the signed and filled-in solicitation, including any required certifications or specifications. The email subject line should be "Quote for (W519TC26Q9782) – COMPANY NAME". Required attachments include the Purchase Description and Pricing Matrix. Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 30 calendar days. Award will be made to the lowest priced responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the solicitation, based on initial proposals without discussions. Offerors must meet all salient characteristics.
Key Requirements & Logistics
Contractors must have an active registration in SAM.gov. Questions must be submitted no later than 72 hours prior to the solicitation close date/time via email to Regina Gibson. Deliveries to McAlester Army Ammunition Plant have specific receiving hours (Monday-Thursday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM) and driver/vehicle entry requirements, including a valid Real ID. Payment will be issued by DFAS via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).