Crankshaft Assembly / Connecting Rod

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is soliciting bids for critical engine components, specifically 62 crankshaft assemblies and 228 connecting rods with multiple part numbers across two line items. The procurement is highly restricted, with only approved sources Honeywell (CAGE: 70210) or their authorized distributors permitted to bid. The solicitation, posted on February 10, 2025, has a response deadline of March 14, 2025, and includes a unique reverse auction pricing mechanism that requires potential contractors to complete online training and register in the auction system. Contractors must possess ISO 9001:2015 certification and comply with military preservation and packaging standards per MIL-STD-2073-1. The contracting officer will determine post-solicitation whether a reverse auction will be conducted, with interested parties able to seek additional information through the Competition Management Office.

The procurement is not set aside for any specific small business category and covers components with National Stock Numbers 2815-01-233-9709 and 2815-01-422-4201. Delivery timelines are substantial, with 570 days allowed for crankshaft assemblies and 360 days for connecting rods after contract award. The place of performance is within the United States, and the procurement falls under NAICS category 333618 for Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing. While specific award value is not disclosed, the quantities suggest a significant procurement with 100% option quantities available. Interested parties unable to bid on this current solicitation can contact the DAMI Competition Management Office to potentially become an approved source for future procurements, with communication possible via the email DAMI_CompetitionManagementOffice@conus.army.mil.