Differentials, Driving Axle
ID: SPRDL1-24-R-0156Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA LAND WARRENWARREN, MI, 48397, USA

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (336350)

PSC

VEHICULAR POWER TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS (2520)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Aug 23, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 12, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 4, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking proposals for a firm fixed-price, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for Differential, Driving Axles, with performance expected at DLA Land Warren in Michigan. The procurement aims to secure essential vehicular power transmission components, which are critical for military vehicle operations and maintenance. Amendments to the solicitation have extended the deadline for offer submissions to April 4, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time, and interested contractors can reach out to Stephen Granch at Stephen.Granch@dla.mil or by phone at 586-467-1244 for further information.

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Posted
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The document outlines special packaging instructions for a military component, specifically a differential part (CAGE 12601834, National Stock No. 2520-01-675-9556). It provides detailed specifications for preservation, cleaning, drying, packing, and marking, all in accordance with military standards (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129). The unit pack weight is 522 lbs, with dimensions of 45 x 29 x 29.5 inches, and it demands preservation methods using specific military-grade products. The instructions emphasize the fabrication of supporting brackets, hardware specifications, and securing mechanisms to ensure safe transport and storage. Figures illustrate packing orientations and gasket placements. This document serves as a critical guideline for contractors and military personnel involved in the procurement and shipment of military supplies, aiming to maintain item integrity and compliance with government packaging regulations. Effective execution of these instructions is crucial for operational readiness and equipment longevity.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The document outlines special packaging instructions for a specific military item, identified as the "Differential" with part number 12601769. It is structured to detail various requirements across packaging processes such as cleaning, drying, blocking, cushioning, and marking, following military standards. Notably, it specifies materials and methods to ensure protection against environmental factors and physical damage, including the use of cushioning materials, desiccants, and barrier methods. The document emphasizes inspections as per military standards and includes detailed guidelines for the application of various cushioning and blocking materials to secure the item for transportation. The instructions also enumerate specific dimensions and materials for the outer container and provide illustrations (figures) of the assembly and placement of components. These directives are critical to maintain the integrity of the military equipment during shipping, ensuring compliance with established defense protocols. Overall, the purpose of this file is to provide standardized packaging protocols essential within the context of military procurement and logistics, ensuring that all items meet rigorous preservation requirements necessary for deployment and operational readiness.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The document outlines the Special Packaging Instructions for a Differential part, identified by the part number 12605161 and CAGE 75Q65. It specifies guidelines for packaging, preservation, and transportation of military items in accordance with established military standards (MIL-STD-2073-1 and ASTM specifications). Key components include determining the appropriate cushioning and blocking materials, ensuring the unit container protects the item from damage, and detailing the measurements for packing materials. The instructions emphasize critical steps ranging from cleaning and drying the item before packaging to securing the components inside a container using specified hardware and blocking techniques. Additionally, procedures for attaching cushioning and ensuring airtight seals with gasket materials are described. The document serves as a technical directive to ensure compliance with military logistics requirements, highlighting the importance of detailed packaging to safeguard defense equipment. It demonstrates the government's commitment to maintaining integrity in the supply chain for military operations through precise and methodical packaging practices.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, concerning a government contract managed by DLA Land Warren. This particular amendment, identified as 0001, specifically extends the deadline for submission of offers from September 23, 2024, to October 14, 2024, at 3:00 PM local time in Warren, MI. All other terms and conditions stated in the original solicitation remain unchanged and are still in effect. The amendment emphasizes providing notice to potential contractors regarding how they must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their offers are considered valid. This document is integral to advancing the procurement process, ensuring that interested parties have sufficient time to prepare their submissions for the specified supply contracts.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
This document details Amendment 0002 to solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, specifically targeting supply contracts under a firm fixed price arrangement. The primary purpose of this amendment is to update certain Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses that were not included before the previous submission deadline. The clauses amended include provisions related to destination shipping, reporting nonconforming items, and restrictions on the acquisition of specific materials. Additionally, this amendment extends the deadline for submitting offers from October 14, 2024, to November 4, 2024, at 3:00 PM local time in Warren, MI. The document reaffirms that all other terms and conditions from the original solicitation remain unchanged and in effect. The involved parties, including the issuing and contracting offices, are identified, and the authorized signatories for the amendment are provided. This procedural update ensures that potential contractors are aware of the current requirements and timelines for their proposals, enabling effective participation in the procurement process.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
This document is an amendment (0003) to solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, primarily revising Section L and extending the deadline for offer submissions. Key changes include adjusting the price hold period from 90 to 95 calendar days from the receipt date of offers, and extending the submission deadline to December 2, 2024, at 3:00 pm local time. The document outlines requirements for the offers, such as price firmness, instructions for electronic submission, and criteria for equivalent part numbers from manufacturers. It emphasizes the need for quality assurance systems and regulations regarding the acceptance of non-new materials, while addressing potential contracting issues like reverse auctions and agency protests. The amendment reinforces that all other terms and conditions from the original solicitation remain valid. This amendment highlights essential contractual and procedural updates necessary for prospective contractors to comply with during the bidding process, ensuring clear communication of terms to facilitate effective responses to the solicitation.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
This document outlines Amendment 0004 to solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, issued by DLA Land Warren, Michigan. The primary purpose of this amendment is to revise Section L of the solicitation and to extend the deadline for offer submissions. The new submission deadline is now set for January 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time. Upon this amendment, all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and in full force. The amendment is signed by the contracting officer and reflects a firm fixed-price contracting approach for supply contracts and priced orders. This update is crucial for interested contractors as it clarifies the submission timeline and ensures they meet the new deadline to remain eligible for bid submission, thus facilitating participation in the government procurement process.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, updating certain clauses and extending the submission deadline for proposals. Key revisions include changing the DFARS clause regarding transportation of supplies and updating the FAR clause related to contract terms for commercial products and services. The deadline for submitting offers is now February 10, 2025, at 3:00 pm local time in Warren, MI. Despite these changes, the overall terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged and in full effect. The amendment underscores the importance of compliance with federal regulations related to commercial acquisitions and maintains a structured approach to government contracting. This modification is crucial for potential contractors to ensure their proposals align with current legal frameworks and timelines.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
This document is an amendment to solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, issued by DLA Land Warren, aimed at revising contract clauses and extending the submission deadline for proposals. Key changes include updates to two Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses related to technical data rights, reflecting revisions effective January 2025. Specifically, the clauses for "Rights in Technical Data—Other Than Commercial Products and Commercial Services" and "Validation of Asserted Restrictions on Technical Data" have been amended from their earlier 2023 versions. Furthermore, the deadline for submission of offers has been extended to March 3, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. local time (Warren, MI). Aside from these modifications, all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and in full effect. This amendment serves to ensure that contractors are aware of new regulatory requirements and gives them additional time to prepare their submissions, thereby promoting a fair and transparent procurement process.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
This document is an amendment to solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Warren, Michigan. The amendment (No. 0007) serves to update specific contract clauses and extend the offer submission deadline from March 3, 2025, to April 4, 2025, at 3:00 pm local time. Key changes involve revisions to Sections F, I, K, and L, including updates to FAR and DFARS clauses regarding shipping terms, technical data, and the system for award management. Notably, the F.O.B. destination clause is now dated February 2006, and multiple technical data clauses have been updated to new versions applicable as of January 2025 and November 2024. The amendment ensures that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged, reinforcing the necessity for contractors to acknowledge this amendment timely to avoid rejection of their offers. This document exemplifies typical modifications seen in federal contract solicitations, streamlining procurement processes and maintaining adherence to updated regulatory requirements within the government’s contracting framework.
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The document outlines Solicitation SPRDL1-24-R-0156, seeking commercial items related to differential driving axles for military vehicles, managed by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Warren. It includes contract specifications, delivery conditions, and requirements for various government contracting provisions. Key elements involve the offeror's obligations regarding proposal submission, including the timing and method (email) required for offers, and provide detailed instructions for accessing Technical Data Packages (TDPs) necessary for compliance. Amendments to the original solicitation extend the submission deadlines to January 13, 2025, and include updates to clauses regarding delivery and inspection standards. It emphasizes the importance of military packaging and preservation standards, inspection requirements, and the requirement for a first article test report before delivery. The document stresses the need for comprehensive supply chain traceability documentation, including all manufacturing and testing records. Overall, the solicitation highlights the government's procedural expectations for contracting, including deadlines, technical specifications, and compliance protocols, ensuring that potential contractors are well-informed of their responsibilities and requirements for successful bidding and contract execution.
Jan 15, 2025, 5:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a solicitation for commercial items by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) related to the procurement of driving axle differentials and associated first article test reports. It details the contract's requisition number, effective dates, submission requirements, and quantities ordered for multiple contract line-item numbers (CLINs) over three ordering years. The solicitation specifies that all proposals must be submitted electronically by a given deadline and emphasizes the requirement for inspection at the origin prior to shipping. All items must conform to military packaging and preservation standards, as detailed in the provided specifications. Compliance with the Technical Data Package (TDP) and adherence to the FAR clauses are critical, with explicit instructions for modifications and traces of the supply chain provided. This structured solicitation exemplifies how federal government entities design RFPs, focusing on thorough documentation and compliance to streamline procurement and ensure quality and safety in defense contracting.
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