Parts Kit, Door Lift

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought pre-solicitation to identify potential contractors capable of manufacturing the Parts Kit, Door Lift (NSN 2590012121057), a component for military armored vehicles classified under NAICS code 336992. Interested sources must complete and return the attached market research questionnaire and spreadsheet to Matthew Stein at Matthew.Stein@dla.mil by May 4, 2026. The Government will use respondents' submissions to evaluate manufacturing capabilities, contract structure preferences, pricing methodologies, production capacity, and delivery requirements to inform its acquisition strategy for what is anticipated to be either an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) or Long-Term Contract (LTC). Key evaluation areas include contractors' ability to meet cost and pricing data requirements, evidence of commercial item status and fair and reasonable pricing, and minimum delivery order capabilities. Technical drawings are available to authorized users through the cFolders website using solicitation number SPE7LX26R0068, with the cFolders Help Desk available at (855) 352-0001 for technical support.

This procurement is not designated as a set-aside contract and is open to all qualified sources. The current known supplier is AM General LLC (CAGE 34623), which manufactures drawing 12340832-3. The estimated annual demand quantity is 2,451 units, and the small business size standard is set at 1,500 employees. The Government indicates its intent to structure the contract with a three-year base period followed by single option years with specified pricing break thresholds. Price adjustments will be calculated using the Bureau of Labor Statistics PPI Code WPIP1412.Q.FOS for Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories. The market research process is designed to develop an acquisition strategy that balances requirements with contractor input to support warfighter needs while creating competitive opportunities for qualified suppliers.