Surveying Case
ID: W912CH25Q0023Type: 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

DRAFTING, SURVEYING, AND MAPPING INSTRUMENTS (6675)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/46eb7b049bb5461ba29342973411ec2f/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking information from potential suppliers regarding the procurement of surveying equipment, identified as the Surveying Case (NSN 6675-01-672-2118). This opportunity is categorized as a Sources Sought notice, aimed at gathering market research to identify available supplies and services related to drafting, surveying, and mapping instruments. The goods are critical for various military applications, ensuring accurate measurements and data collection in support of defense operations. Interested parties are encouraged to review the attached Market Research Survey for detailed requirements and to contact Mark Hilson at mark.d.hilson.civ@army.mil or 571-588-9338, or Elizabeth Levine Welhouse at elizabeth.l.levinewelhouse.civ@army.mil or 571-588-8899 for further inquiries.

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    Market Research Survey for the Survey Case NSN 6675-01-672-2118.docx
    The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a Market Research Survey to gather information about the interest and capabilities of businesses regarding the production of a "Surveying Case" (NSN: 6675-01-672-2118) for the Stryker Abrams Tank. This survey is intended for planning acquisition strategies and does not obligate the government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit responses by December 9, 2024, detailing their company profile, qualifications, experience manufacturing the item, and production capabilities. Participants must mark proprietary or confidential data appropriately, as the government is committed to protecting qualifying information under federal privacy laws. The survey includes a questionnaire about the vendor's business type, previous contracts, manufacturing capabilities, pricing, production rates, quality management systems, and financing needs. All submissions may be sent via email to the designated contract specialist. The focus on both large and small businesses highlights the government's interest in diverse supplier capacities while preparing for potential procurement needs.
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