TOWBAR MOTOR VEHICLE -- 2540
ID: 7009804666Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA LAND AND MARITIMECOLUMBUS, OH, 43218-3990, USA

NAICS

Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (336390)

PSC

VEHICULAR FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES (2540)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3f1dda10b0f7436a8d4922bd05edd9d7/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, is seeking sources for the procurement of 915 units of motor vehicle towbars, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 2540-01-434-8595. Interested suppliers are requested to provide information regarding their manufacturing capabilities, business size under NAICS code 336390, and their ability to meet delivery timelines while adhering to compliance requirements, including RFID packaging. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of military vehicles, and suppliers are encouraged to complete the attached market survey by January 10, 2025, to facilitate the development of a realistic solicitation. For further inquiries, suppliers may contact Contract Specialist Jacob McGee at jacob.mcgee@dla.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jacob McGee
    jacob.mcgee@dla.mil
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    Market Survey 2540014348595.docx
    The document is a market survey questionnaire from DLA Land & Maritime aimed at collecting supplier information for a potential contract concerning the procurement of motor vehicle towbars (NSN 2540014348595), with a quantity of 915 units. It requests suppliers to provide initial feedback on their capabilities, manufacturing details, and related certifications. Key elements include inquiries about business size under NAICS code 336390, whether the supplier is the actual manufacturer, and the availability of the item in their inventory. Suppliers are prompted to indicate their willingness to pursue a firm fixed-price contract and to assess their capacity to meet delivery timelines while adhering to specified compliance requirements, including RFID packaging. The survey facilitates DLA's development of a realistic solicitation and helps gauge market interest and capabilities, while emphasizing the importance of detailed responses to support procurement processes. The completed survey must be returned by January 10, 2025. This initiative underscores the DLA's efforts to ensure effective government contracting while maintaining transparency with potential suppliers.
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