Manifold Assembly, Hydraulic

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime (DLA Land Warren) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for a Hydraulic Manifold Assembly, specifically NSN 4730-99-837-1858, Part Number KP00741 (K0824). This component is used in the Assault Breacher Vehicle, and the government does not currently own the Technical Data Package (TDP) for the item. Potential sources must understand that qualification testing and evaluation are mandatory to become an approved source, with no guarantee of future business. Responses to this market research notice are due by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on September 25, 2024, and must be submitted via email to grover.easterling@dla.mil. The solicitation emphasizes that qualifying as an approved source only provides an opportunity to compete in future solicitations, and the government is not obligated to purchase any materials as a result of this inquiry.

The Sources Sought Notice does not indicate any specific set-aside designations and is currently limited to the approved part number from Pearson Engineering Limited. No specific award value or budget range is provided in the documentation. The opportunity falls under the NAICS category 336310 for Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing and PSC category 4730 for Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, and Railing Fittings. Potential suppliers should be aware that source approval is a rigorous process focused on qualification testing and evaluation, with no implied commitment to future procurement. The market research is purely informational, and the government will not reimburse respondents for any information submitted in response to this notice.