Quick Release Manifold

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is procuring 59 units of Quick Release Manifolds (Part Number PE24016, NSN 2590-99-594-5757) with a 100% option quantity, falling under the Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing NAICS category. This procurement is designated as sole source to Pearson Engineering Limited (CAGE: K0824) and its authorized distributors, meaning no competitive bidding process will occur. The contract requires FOB destination delivery and mandates Item Unique Identification (IUID) compliance for each manifold unit. Detailed packaging requirements are specified in the attached DD Form 2169, including multiple levels of protective packaging with operational fluid preservation, specialized sealing, and cushioning materials conforming to military and ASTM standards. The solicitation was posted on August 7, 2025, with responses due by September 8, 2025.

This procurement does not utilize any small business set-aside designations, as it is restricted to the sole source supplier Pearson Engineering Limited and its distribution network. The contract covers 59 manifold units with an additional 100% option quantity that could potentially double the total procurement to 118 units if exercised. Each Quick Release Manifold weighs 35.2 pounds and measures 12.4 x 11.4 x 10.3 inches when packaged according to the specified military preservation standards. The packaging requirements include wood-cleated panelboard shipping boxes for Level A packing and weather-resistant fiberboard boxes for Level B packing, with palletization required for shipments exceeding 125 pounds to the same destination. The contract falls under PSC category 2590 for Miscellaneous Vehicular Components, indicating these manifolds are likely automotive or military vehicle components.