Sources Sought

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is conducting market research for 3,014 National Stock Numbers (NSNs) that are coded to or have been primarily supplied by AM General and support several combat vehicles and weapon systems. DLA is considering issuing a solicitation for a long-term requirements contract to procure these parts, which include automotive components like hoses, gaskets, brackets, mechanical assemblies, electronic components, and structural vehicle elements. The agency is seeking potential manufacturers who can supply these items and is particularly focused on determining commercial item status under Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 2.101. To prove commercial item status, suppliers must provide sufficient documentation such as un-redacted sales invoices or similar evidence showing the items have been sold commercially at comparable prices and quantities. The market research questionnaire seeks detailed information about company capabilities, business status, manufacturing and distribution capacity, pricing considerations, and delivery limitations. All responses must be submitted by September 11, 2025, to Naleya Scott at naleya.scott@dla.mil.

This opportunity does not include any set-aside designations and appears to be a full and open competition. AM General is identified as the entity that has primarily supplied these NSNs in the past, suggesting they may be the current incumbent or original equipment manufacturer for many of these items. While specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the scope involves 3,014 different NSNs, indicating a potentially substantial contract value. The proposed contract structure includes a three-year base period with optional subsequent years, establishing this as a long-term indefinite quantity arrangement. The market research effort aims to generate a realistic and beneficial solicitation that will be advantageous to both the warfighter and potential contractors. The comprehensive nature of this procurement, covering thousands of parts for combat vehicles and weapon systems, suggests this will be a significant multi-year contract opportunity for qualified suppliers.