Sources Sought ELEMENT FLUID FILTER 4330-01-477-7985

The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a sources sought notice for the procurement of an Element Fluid Filter with National Stock Number 4330-01-477-7985 and Part Number CM420. This market research effort is designed to assess the capabilities and qualifications of potential vendors, including both small and large businesses, for producing fluid filter elements. The government is seeking detailed information through a comprehensive survey that will help ACC-DTA plan its acquisition strategy for this procurement. Interested vendors must submit their completed survey responses via email to Clarissa Dixon by May 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, using the specific subject line "ELEMENT FLUID FILTER Sources Sought Response". The technical data package will only be made available if and when a formal solicitation is released, and no First Article Testing will be required for this contract.

The sources sought notice indicates a planned production quantity of 26,250 filter elements, with an anticipated distribution of 5,250 units per year over a five-year period. There is currently no set-aside designation for this procurement, meaning all businesses can potentially compete for the contract. While the specific award value is not disclosed in the notice, the procurement represents a significant opportunity for manufacturers of fluid filtration components. The government has categorized this procurement under Product Service Code 4330-P, which covers centrifugals, separators, and pressure and vacuum filters. Vendors responding to the sources sought notice will need to provide comprehensive information about their company profile, business type, manufacturing capabilities, production lead times, quality management systems, and commercial availability of the specified filter element.