Encoder, shaft angle

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking sources for a Shaft Angle Encoder component (NSN 5990-01-357-6135, Part Number GCC4014G3) utilized in M1 Abrams tanks. This Sources Sought Notice is being issued to identify potential suppliers and assess market capability for this specialized electronic component, which falls under the Synchros and Resolvers product category. Qualification testing and evaluation are mandatory requirements for companies seeking to become approved sources, and interested firms must demonstrate technical capability to manufacture or supply this item. The government has determined that available technical drawings are inadequate for competitive bidding, restricting the procurement to BEI Precision Systems or authorized distributors unless other companies pursue formal source approval. The response deadline for this pre-solicitation notice is April 9, 2026, and interested companies not currently approved must contact the Competition Management Office at usarmy.detroit.tacom.mbx.lcmc-competition-management-office@mail.mil to initiate the approval process.

This procurement carries no small business set-aside designation. The procurement is structured with a base quantity of 26 units and includes a 100% option quantity, with FOB Destination delivery terms specified. BEI Precision Systems is identified as the current restricted source, and suppliers seeking to compete must become approved sources through the formal qualification process. While source approval provides the opportunity to bid on future solicitations, it does not guarantee contract awards. Companies interested in pursuing approval should contact the Source Approval Officer at usarmy.detroit.tacom.mbx.lcmc-market-surveys@mail.mil for additional information regarding the Source Approval Program requirements and procedures.