Axle Assembly

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is soliciting quotations for an automotive axle assembly (National Stock Number 2520-01-598-2726, manufacturer part number RR15611NFDF29-780) manufactured by Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems LLC. This Request for Quotation (SPRDL126Q0022) requires contractors to meet strict technical specifications outlined in a source-controlled Technical Data Package that mandates government approval before production begins. A first article test is a mandatory requirement, with the test report due within 254 days of contract award. Contractors must be capable of delivering the initial quantity within 358 days and meeting military preservation standards for packaging. The solicitation was posted on January 5, 2026, with a proposal due date of February 4, 2026, providing interested parties with 30 days to submit their quotations.

This is a total small business set-aside procurement, indicating that only certified small businesses are eligible to compete for the contract. The initial requirement is for 8 units with an unexercised option for an additional 8 units that may be exercised at the government's discretion, with the optional delivery required within 104 days if exercised. All delivered products must be shipped to DLA Distribution in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the origin point. While a specific contract value is not disclosed in the solicitation notice, the relatively small quantity and specialized nature of the automotive power transmission component suggest a moderate contract award. The NAICS classification 336350 (Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing) and PSC code 2520 (Vehicular Power Transmission Components) identify the applicable industry categories for this procurement.