LTC for NSN: 2990015253916

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is conducting a sources sought market research process for the manufacture of Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensors (NSN 2990-015253916), classified under NAICS code 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing) and PSC code 2990 (Miscellaneous Engine Accessories, Nonaircraft). This pre-solicitation notice precedes a formal long-term contract solicitation that will be synopsized separately. Interested manufacturers and distributors must demonstrate their capability to produce these sensors, which are utilized by General Dynamics Land Systems and Caterpillar Inc., and must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E packaging standards and MIL-STD-129 marking requirements. The government will evaluate responses based on best value considerations and may make multiple awards, with particular emphasis on understanding market dynamics, pricing strategies, raw material influences, and potential consolidation advantages. All interested vendors must complete the attached market survey questionnaire and spreadsheet and submit them to Marshall Lynn at marshall.lynn@dla.mil by January 12th, 2026.

This procurement includes no small business set-aside, though small businesses are eligible to participate. Current approved sources for this NSN are General Dynamics Land Systems and Caterpillar Inc., indicating these are the present suppliers in the market. The anticipated contract structure includes a one to three-year base period with up to four option years, allowing for substantial long-term supply arrangements. The government has not disclosed specific award values or quantity requirements in this pre-solicitation phase; however, detailed annual demand quantity and pricing information will be requested from respondents as part of the market research process. The solicitation will utilize an automated procurement system for generating delivery orders and will include provisions for price adjustments and minimum guaranteed quantities. Vendors interested in competing should be prepared to provide comprehensive information regarding manufacturing capabilities, inventory status, willingness to submit cost or pricing data, and their ability to comply with technical testing and packaging requirements.