Sources Sought Notice: LOCK, DRIVE SHAFT, DI, NSN: 2520-01-588-1669
ID: 0182Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (336350)

PSC

VEHICULAR POWER TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS (2520)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d477502f45014d5080d60aff5b01b66a/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors for the manufacturing of a "Lock, Drive Shaft, Differential" (NSN 2520-01-588-1669, Part No. 3871997C91). This initiative aims to gather market research to assess the capabilities and qualifications of both small and large businesses, with an estimated production requirement of 115 units for both initial and potential option contracts. The procurement is critical for maintaining military vehicle operational readiness, and interested vendors are encouraged to submit their qualifications, production capabilities, and responses to specific questions by April 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Lyndsey Pena at lyndsey.m.pena.civ@army.mil or Robin Walker at robin.a.walker6.civ@army.mil.

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    Lyndsey Pena
    lyndsey.m.pena.civ@army.mil
    Robin Walker
    robin.a.walker6.civ@army.mil
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    Sources Sought Notice Final.LOCK, DRIVE SHAFT, DI.docx
    The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather market research for the procurement of a "Lock, Drive Shaft, Differential" (NSN 2520-01-588-1669, Part No. 3871997C91). The notice aims to assess the capabilities and qualifications of both small and large businesses. Estimated production quantities are 115 units each for both initial and potential option contracts. No Technical Data Package is available, and interested vendors must submit their responses by April 14, 2025. The survey requires vendors to provide comprehensive information including their business profile, qualifications under the relevant NAICS code (336350), and details about previous manufacturing experiences with the item in question. Additionally, it requests insights on production capability, lead times, pricing, availability, and other pertinent information. Confidentiality protocols are defined for companies submitting sensitive information. Overall, this notice serves as a preliminary step for the ACC-DTA to plan its acquisition strategy for this specific military item, with no obligation to proceed with a formal solicitation or contract award post-survey.
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