NSN 2530-01-554-8288 (parts kit, ball joint)

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking market research information for a Parts Kit, Ball Joint component (NSN 2530-01-554-8288) through a Sources Sought Notice issued on March 18, 2026. This pre-solicitation notice invites interested contractors to submit a completed Market Survey Questionnaire and accompanying spreadsheet to inform the development of a potential Long-Term Contract (LTC) or Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). Key requirements for interested suppliers include providing company information such as size classification, business status (manufacturer or distributor), relevant SBA certifications (8(a), HUBZone, woman-owned, or veteran-owned), and confirmation of manufacturing or supply capabilities. Suppliers must also demonstrate whether items qualify as commercial items under FAR 2.101(b) and provide supporting documentation including published catalogs, commercial sales history with invoices, and drawings. The response deadline is March 25, 2026—only five business days from the posting date—with all submissions directed to Anna Douglass at anna.douglass@dla.mil.

This procurement does not utilize any set-asides for small businesses or other designated groups. The current sources identified in the market research spreadsheet include AM General LLC (CAGE 34623) as the existing supplier and Federal Mogul Corp (CAGE SE80518) as an additional supplier. The proposed contract structure includes a three-year base period with two optional one-year renewal periods, extending the total potential contract duration to five years, though specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice. The government has indicated an estimated annual demand quantity of 12,652 units for this component, and the market research spreadsheet requests contractors to provide quantity price breaks, minimum delivery order quantities, delivery timeframes in days, and information regarding maximum production capabilities to support the government's acquisition planning.