Cylinder Assembly

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking a qualified supplier for an Actuating Cylinder Assembly used in the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) hydraulic system. The specific item is a Tow Cylinder with National Stock Number 2590-01-231-2973, currently manufactured by Jarp Industries (CAGE: 8T716), Part No. 160417B. This pre-solicitation notice indicates that the government does not currently possess technical data for the item and will require comprehensive qualification testing and evaluation for potential sources. Interested manufacturers must undergo a rigorous source approval process, which does not guarantee future business but provides an opportunity to compete in subsequent solicitations. The evaluation will focus on a manufacturer's ability to precisely replicate the specific cylinder assembly and meet the technical requirements for the HEMTT vehicle platform.

The contract is not set aside for any specific category of business and encompasses an estimated quantity of 900 units over a five-year long-term contract. The pre-solicitation was posted on December 19, 2024, with responses due by January 3, 2025, targeting suppliers in the Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing sector (NAICS 333995). While no specific award value is disclosed, the multi-year contract and substantial quantity suggest a significant procurement opportunity. The PSC category for this procurement is Miscellaneous Vehicular Components (2590), which indicates the specialized nature of the required equipment. Potential suppliers should carefully review the qualification requirements, as source approval is a critical first step in being considered for this contract opportunity.