This federal contract award, SPE7MX16D0071|0001, was issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime to BAE Systems Land & Armaments L.P., a subsidiary of the global defense and aerospace company BAE Systems PLC. The award is for $98,700.42 to provide torsion bars, suspension systems, and related automotive components that support the maintenance and operational readiness of U.S. military land and maritime vehicle fleets. The contract is a firm-fixed-price delivery order with a period of performance through February 17, 2017.
BAE Systems Land & Armaments L.P. is a foreign-owned, for-profit manufacturer that has an established history of providing these critical automotive parts to the DLA. The contract is not set aside for any specific business type. The company has collaborated with several subcontractors to provide specialized materials and finishing services. This award is part of a larger Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) vehicle between BAE Systems and the DLA, with potential values ranging from $1.8 million to $9.1 million and performance periods extending through 2029. The IDCs enable the DLA to efficiently procure torsion bars, suspension systems, and related components as needed to support the maintenance and operational readiness of U.S. military vehicles.