Air Cleaner Intake and Plate Skirting Vehicle Suspension

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers and suppliers for two specific military vehicle components: an Air Cleaner Intake (NSN 2940-014113962) and a Plate Skirting for Vehicle Suspension (NSN 2510-014215131). The government is seeking qualified sources capable of manufacturing these items for a potential long-term Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a proposed three-year base period and single option year. Interested contractors must submit detailed information regarding their manufacturing capabilities, business size, employee count, SBA classifications, production capacity, delivery timelines, and pricing structures. The evaluation will consider factors such as commercial item status, production capabilities, minimum order quantities, and the contractor's ability to support an extended supply relationship. Responses to the market research questionnaire must be submitted to Contract Specialist Michael Allen at Michael.2.allen@dla.mil by December 24, 2025, representing the critical response deadline for this pre-solicitation notice.

This market research activity is not designated as a set-aside and currently identifies BAE Systems Land & Armaments L.P., Donaldson Company, Inc., and AMZ Alabama Inc. as approved sources for these NSN items. The procurement falls under NAICS category 336992, Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing, reflecting the specialized nature of the required components. While specific award values and quantity requirements are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation materials, the government is requesting comprehensive data on estimated annual demand quantities, maximum order quantities, and delivery capabilities to inform contract strategy development. The contract award is targeted for December 9, 2025, though this date may reflect the market research publication date rather than the actual contract award timeframe. Potential suppliers should note that the government is actively seeking alternative and additional manufacturing sources beyond the currently approved vendors to enhance competition and supplier diversity for this long-term requirement.