AUTOMOTIVE DRIVING AXLE ASSEMBLY

This government solicitation amendment, SPRDL1-25-Q-0164, reissues the original request under full and open competition, dissolving the previous small business set-aside. The due date for offers is extended to December 30, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The document details delivery schedules for items 0001AA and 0002AA, requiring delivery within 400 days after contract award, with an option for accelerated delivery. It specifies multiple DLA Distribution depot addresses for deliveries and outlines procedures for foreign firms shipping to U.S. ports of entry, including responsibilities for transportation, customs, and risk of loss. Key contract clauses have been updated, including the deletion of the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program—Basic clause (252.225-7001) and the addition of the Buy American—Free Trade Agreements—Balance of Payments Program—Basic clause (252.225-7036), along with a notice for HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference (52.219-4) and the corresponding certificate provision (252.225-7035). All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

DD FORM 2169, JUN 1997 (EG) outlines the special packaging instructions for a Dressed Axle #3 (National Stock No. 2520-01-593-1012), detailing preservation, cleaning, drying, and packing procedures. The instructions specify MIL-STD-2073-1 for preservation (Method 20) and MIL-STD-129 for marking. The unit pack weighs 2698.0 lbs, occupies 120.349 cubic feet, and measures 105.3 X 46.8 X 42.2 inches. Key steps include applying MIL-PRF-16173, GR 4 preservative to unpainted surfaces (excluding wheel hub interiors), MIL-PRF-10924 to grease fittings, and adding approximately 1 quart of MIL-PRF-2105, GR 80W-90 lubricant to the axle housing. All fittings and openings must be sealed with NAS-847 caps/plugs. Level A packing requires ASTM-D6199 blocking and bracing, MIL-PRF-121, TYPE II barrier material, and an ASTM-D7478, TY II, CL 2, ST A container measuring 97-1/2 X 43 X 31-1/2 inches. The document also provides a comprehensive bill of materials for the blocking, bracing, and container components, including specific lumber sizes and hardware sets (e.g., carriage bolts, lag bolts, washers, and nuts). Detailed diagrams illustrate the hold-down assembly, crate base, lid, and axle placement, emphasizing the use of specified hardware for securing components. The overall purpose is to ensure the axle is packaged according to military standards for safe storage and transport.

This document is a solicitation for commercial items, specifically for an "AXLE ASSEMBLY,AUTOM" with NSN 2520-01-593-1012 and Mfr Part Number 3815352 from Oshkosh Defense, LLC. It is a total small business set-aside with a firm-fixed-price contract type for supply. The solicitation requires an initial quantity of three axle assemblies with an unexercised option for an additional three, both to be delivered within 400 days after contract award. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin, requiring contact with DCMA before shipment. The document details packaging, marking, and unique item identification requirements, including the use of MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, and DFARS clause 252.211-7003 for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more. Offerors must provide quotes for the total quantity of all items, as only one award will be made on an "all or none" basis. Proposals must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist by the specified due date and time, and no Technical Data Package (TDP) is included with this solicitation.