TRANSPARENT ARMOR NSNS 2541-01-567-6133 and 2541-01-567-6686

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking to acquire specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) 2541-01-567-6133 and 2541-01-567-6686 related to military armored vehicle components. The procurement will be executed through an Indefinite Quantity Long-Term Contract with a base year and two optional extension years, not exceeding a total of three years. Potential contractors will be evaluated based on a comprehensive assessment including price, past performance, delivery capabilities, and surge and sustainment potential. The solicitation will be fully available on March 3, 2025, through the DLA's online procurement system at https://dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/rfp, with proposals due by July 10, 2025. While price is expected to be significant, the final award will not be determined by cost alone, but by a holistic evaluation of multiple performance factors.

This contract opportunity is designated as a Competitive 8(a) set-aside, meaning it is specifically targeted for small businesses participating in the Small Business Administration's 8(a) Business Development Program. The procurement follows Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 7.107-2 guidelines for requirement consolidation, which has been formally justified and will be documented with the solicitation. Delivery will be FOB Origin with inspection and acceptance requirements also occurring at the point of origin. Although specific award values are not disclosed, the contract involves manufacturing of military armored vehicle, tank, and tank component accessories under NAICS category 336992. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in weapons systems vehicular accessories and meet the stringent performance and delivery expectations of the Defense Logistics Agency.