SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE: Double V-Hull A1 (DVHA1) Extended Tow Bar Delta Kits
ID: W912CH24Q0095Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

NAICS

Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing (336992)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS VEHICULAR COMPONENTS (2590)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c7ca282776fa479db04616ca7bc342c8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), intends to procure Double V-Hull A1 Delta Extended Tow Bar Kits, specifically designed for the Stryker Family of Vehicles. This procurement will be conducted via a Firm-Fixed Price Request for Quote (RFQ), with a total quantity of 36 units required, identified by part number LS1087483, and delivery expected 420 days after contract award. The solicitation, designated W912CH-24-Q-0095, is anticipated to be released around November 18, 2024, with quotes due by December 18, 2024. Interested vendors must be certified under the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Program and registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to access the necessary technical data. For further inquiries, contact Ryan Heuchert at ryan.k.heuchert.civ@army.mil.

    Files
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    Sources Sought Notice Extended Tow Bar Delta Kit.pdf
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Project Management Office for the Stryker Brigade Combat Team (PMO-SBCT) to conduct market research regarding the Extended Tow Bar Delta Kits for the Stryker Family of Vehicles. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gauge industry interest and capability to potentially fulfill future acquisition needs for these kits. The kits are essential for vehicle towing in emergencies, comprising various components like brackets and assemblies. Respondents must be U.S. companies with the ability to handle classified information at the SECRET/No Foreign Nationals level. The submission includes a series of questions about manufacturing capabilities, experience with similar products, facilities, production lead times, quality assurance certifications, and interactions with the Defense Contract Management Agency. The RFI emphasizes that responses will not lead to a solicitation, nor will the Government be bound to purchase from any respondents. Interested companies are encouraged to submit their responses electronically by October 4, 2024. This document plays a critical role in establishing a future acquisition strategy while maintaining regulatory compliance and promoting competition within the defense industry.
    SYNOPSIS - W912CH-24-Q-0095.pdf
    The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) plans to issue a Firm-Fixed Price Request for Quote (RFQ) targeting small businesses for the procurement of Double V-Hull A1 Delta Extended Tow Bar Kits, essential for the Stryker Family of Vehicles. This RFQ, designated W912CH-24-Q-0095, is expected to be released around November 18, 2024, with a due date for quotes of December 18, 2024. The anticipated order includes 36 units of the Extended Tow Bar Kit, identified by part number LS1087483. Delivery is expected 420 days post-award, and the solicitation will include Export Controlled Technical Data Packages. Interested vendors must be certified under the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Program and registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to access necessary technical data. The notice serves as an intent, with the RFQ details superseding this synopsis. Contractors must regularly check for updates online, as all amendments will be issued electronically. Queries can be directed to the contract specialist, Ryan Heuchert. This pre-solicitation highlights the government’s initiative to engage small businesses while ensuring compliance with regulations for defense-related contracting.
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