Wheel Assembly, Pneumatic

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is soliciting offers for tire and wheel assemblies under NSN 2520-01-569-6437, specifically seeking JCB, Inc. manufactured tire and wheel assemblies (part number 347/20198) classified under NAICS code 326211 for Tire Manufacturing with a size standard of 1,500 employees. The procurement is structured as a firm fixed price contract for commercial items, requiring military preservation and packing standards in accordance with detailed Special Packaging Instructions that specify comprehensive packaging, handling, and shipping requirements including horizontal or vertical shipping orientations, specific pallet specifications, and safety protocols for split rim assemblies. The solicitation follows Standard Form 1449 procedures and includes stringent safety requirements such as OSHA-approved inflation safety cages and minimum distance protocols during tire inflation. The contract carries a DO rating, indicating defense priority status, and proposals are due by August 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.

This procurement is unrestricted with no set-aside designation, making it open to all qualified contractors meeting the size standard requirements. The contract structure calls for 495 units per year over a five-year performance period, establishing a guaranteed minimum quantity of 99 units and a maximum ceiling of 2,475 total units across the contract duration. Delivery will be FOB destination to multiple potential locations, with New Cumberland Army Depot identified as one of the primary delivery points. The procurement specifically targets the JCB, Inc. tire and wheel assembly, suggesting either a sole source requirement or strong preference for this particular manufacturer's product specifications. The contract timeline spans five years from award, providing long-term supply chain stability for the required tire and wheel assemblies to support military vehicle operations and maintenance requirements.