Gage, Connecting Rod NSN: 5210015603403
ID: Gage_Connecting_Rod_NSN_5210015603403Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

PSC

MEASURING TOOLS, CRAFTSMEN'S (5210)
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  1. 1
    Posted Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 23, 2025, 8:30 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is seeking information from potential contractors regarding the production of the "Gage, Connecting Rod," with NSN 5210015603403. This Sources Sought Notice aims to assess the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of both small and large businesses for a one-time purchase of an estimated 105 units, with the possibility of an additional quantity after one year. The gage is essential for precision measurement in military applications, and interested vendors must possess a current DD 2345 certification to access the associated technical data package (TDP), which is restricted to military use. Responses to this market survey are due by April 24, 2025, and should be submitted via email to Natalie DeBoer at natalie.c.deboer.civ@army.mil, with the subject line indicating the market survey response.

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Apr 8, 2025, 12:05 PM UTC
The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for market research to gauge interest and capabilities of potential contractors in producing the "Gage, Connecting Rod," with NSN 5210015603403. This notice aims to inform the acquisition strategy for a one-time purchase of an estimated 105 units, with an option for an additional quantity after a year. Contractors wishing to participate must demonstrate their qualifications by responding by April 24, 2025, to a provided email address. Interested vendors will need to have a current DD 2345 certification to access the associated technical data package (TDP), which is classified for military use. The document also outlines specific mandatory requirements, such as First Article Testing and confidential data handling protocols. The market survey includes a detailed questionnaire addressing the vendors' capabilities, prior government contracting experience, production capacity, and pricing. The responses will assist the Army in considering and the potential award of contracts, although participation is voluntary and does not guarantee contract issuance.
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