Axle Assembly, Automotive (Front and Rear)

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for automotive axle assemblies (front and rear) for the Atlas II 10K Forklift. The specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) are 2520-01-577-1837 for the front axle and 2520-01-577-1840 for the rear axle, with associated part numbers from multiple CAGE codes. Qualification testing and evaluation are mandatory for potential suppliers seeking to become an approved source. The Source Approval Program requires interested vendors to submit a comprehensive Source Approval Request (SAR) Package to demonstrate their capabilities. Prospective contractors should note that source approval does not guarantee future business, but rather provides an opportunity to compete in subsequent solicitations. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on November 26, 2024, with responses due by December 11, 2024, and vendors are advised to review detailed requirements on the TACOM Source Approval Program website.

This opportunity falls under the NAICS category 336330 for Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components Manufacturing and PSC category 2520 for Vehicular Power Transmission Components. No specific set-aside designation has been applied to the procurement, indicating open competition among qualified manufacturers. While the notice does not specify exact award values or quantities, it focuses on approving sources for potential future contracts related to these specific axle assemblies. The procurement is specifically for parts compatible with the Atlas II 10K Forklift, suggesting a specialized and potentially limited market of manufacturers. Interested vendors must carefully review the SAR package requirements and contact the Source Approval Officer at usarmy.detroit.tacom.mbx.lcmc-market-surveys@mail.mil for any additional information or clarifications about the opportunity.