Sources Sought Notice, Starter Engine Electric, NSN: 2920-01-330-2061

The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for an Electric Starter Engine with National Stock Number 2920-01-330-2061, intended for Bradley end items. The market research survey seeks to identify potential vendors capable of manufacturing 1,226 units over a 5-year contract period, with annual quantities ranging between 223-333 units. ACC-DTA is interested in gathering comprehensive information about vendor capabilities, including manufacturing processes, production lead times, quality management systems, and commercial availability. Interested businesses, both small and large, are invited to respond to a detailed questionnaire by May 15, 2025, with submissions to be sent via email to Kavanagh. The evaluation will focus on vendors' ability to demonstrate technical competence, manufacturing capacity, and experience producing similar items for government agencies.

This pre-solicitation notice does not include a specific set-aside designation, though small businesses are encouraged to participate, with preferences for 8(a), HUBZone, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and other small business categories under NAICS code 336320. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the contract will cover Electric Starter Engines with part number 10478800, representing a potential multi-year procurement opportunity. No Technical Data Package is associated with this procurement, and first article testing is not applicable. The government emphasizes that this is a voluntary market research survey and is not obligated to issue a solicitation or award a contract as a result of this notice. Vendors responding to the survey should provide detailed information about their company profile, manufacturing capabilities, and relevant government contracting experience.