Axle Assembly, Automotive

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking to procure an Automotive Axle Assembly through a 5-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The specific item is an Axle Assembly with National Stock Number 2520-01-505-7556 and Military Part Number 12479563, which will be restricted to only approved sources or distributors. The solicitation is scheduled to post on March 28, 2025, with offers due approximately April 28, 2025, and will utilize a firm fixed price contract structure. A unique feature of this procurement is the inclusion of a Reverse Auction provision, which requires potential contractors to register in the reverse auction system and complete mandatory online training before participating. Interested offerors are advised to consistently monitor sam.gov for solicitation updates and detailed requirements.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for this contract, suggesting it will be openly competed among qualified vendors. The contract allows for a minimum order of 2 units and a maximum of 38 units, with delivery terms specified as FOB destination. While specific award value ranges are not explicitly stated, the IDIQ structure suggests flexibility in potential contract volume. The contract will be competitively bid with a focus on suppliers who can meet the precise technical specifications for the automotive axle assembly. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capability, complete the necessary reverse auction training, and be prepared to participate in a potential pricing auction as determined by the contracting officer after the solicitation closes.