Wheel Assembly

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for a commercial item. The government is procuring "WHEEL ASSEMBLY, PNEUMATIC" with National Stock Number (NSN) 2530-01-514-8514. The solicitation is issued by DLA Weapons Support (Warren).

• The primary deliverable is "WHEEL ASSEMBLY, PNEUMATIC" with NSN 2530-01-514-8514.

• The Technical Data Package (TDP) for this item contains purchased parts and is available via SAM.gov.

• Packaging and marking requirements are detailed, including specific levels of preservation and packing, and may involve Special Packaging Instruction Number AK00000001, Revision D.

• Inspection and Acceptance will be at the "Origin" point.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• The period of performance is structured by "Ordering Years," with specific definitions for each year (e.g., First Ordering Year is award date + 364 days).

• Estimated quantities are provided for each ordering year (e.g., 351 EA for the first year, 516 EA for subsequent years).

• The solicitation number is SPRDL1-26-R-0103.

• The Offer Due Date/Local Time is June 17, 2026, at 01:00 PM.

• Proposals or quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist listed on the cover page.

• Vendors must be registered on SAM.gov.

• Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided pages, but "best value" and "lowest evaluated offer" are mentioned.

• The acquisition is "Unrestricted."

• Electronic contracting is required, and all awards, modifications, and delivery orders will be issued electronically.

• Vendors are responsible for ensuring their proposals are received by the specified deadline.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of contracting, including but not limited to, inspection, acceptance, payment, delivery, and special requirements like supply chain traceability and hazardous material handling.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DD Form 2169C, "SPECIAL PACKAGING INSTRUCTION," provides detailed requirements for the packaging, marking, and handling of Tire and Wheel Assemblies (T&WA). It serves as a critical attachment for any solicitation or contract involving the procurement or shipment of these items.

• General Packaging Requirements: Outlines basic handling and safety precautions, including specific instructions for Army T&WA and deviations requiring waivers.
• Preservation: References MIL-STD-2073-1, Method 10, and specifies preservation requirements under Note D.
• Packing Levels (A, B, C): Details specific packing methods for different shipping scenarios (e.g., containerized, palletized, air shipment, OCONUS). This includes material specifications (e.g., fiberboard, polypropylene foam), dimensions, and stacking limitations.
• Inflation/Deflation Procedures: Provides critical safety guidelines for inflating and deflating tires, emphasizing the use of OSHA-approved safety cages and remote inflation/deflation tools to mitigate explosion hazards. Specifies pressure limits for shipment and storage.
• Marking: Details specific markings required on pallets and individual tires, including warnings about sharp objects and stacking.
• Shelf Life: Mentions extendible shelf life for T&WA and the requirement for tire replacement as part of this process.
• Transportation Regulations: References International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations, noting that T&WA may be forbidden on passenger and cargo aircraft under certain conditions (e.g., over-inflation, unserviceable or damaged tires).

Bidders must carefully review these packaging instructions to understand the full scope of requirements for delivering T&WA. Failure to comply with these detailed specifications can lead to rejection of goods, contract non-compliance, and potential safety hazards. This document directly impacts the cost and logistics associated with fulfilling an order for T&WA.