Cylinder Assembly
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime has issued a Presolicitation for a Cylinder Assembly (NSN 3040-01-642-5372), including a Market Survey to gather information from potential suppliers. This market research aims to inform a future Request for Proposals (RFP). Responses to the market survey are due by COB May 12, 2026.
Item & Scope
This requirement is for 122 Each of the Cylinder Assembly (NSN 3040-01-642-5372), with a required delivery within 1232 days. The item is not commercial, and the Government will not use FAR Part 12. Inspection and Acceptance will be at Origin, with FOB Origin. The market survey specifically identifies Oshkosh Defense as the manufacturer and Jarp Industries as an alternative.
Market Survey Purpose & Details
The market survey, titled "Market Survey Blank Revised Form.docx," is a questionnaire for potential suppliers. It seeks information on:
- Supplier Capabilities: Business size (Large/Small), manufacturer/dealer status, actual manufacturer confirmation, source of supply, manufacturing location, inventory, quantity sensitivity.
- Commercial Status: Whether the item is commercial and compliance with FAR Part 12 & 15.
- Delivery & Pricing: Best possible delivery time, acceptance of FOB Origin, minimum order details, and quantity/price breaks.
- Technical Aspects: Hazardous materials, packaging (STD-COM Pkg I/A/W ASTM D 3951), RFID compliance, and salient features/cost-driving factors.
- Contract Interest: Willingness to submit an offer for a Firm Fixed Price contract. Responses will help DLA develop a realistic and structured future RFP.
Future Solicitation & Evaluation
A formal solicitation for this requirement is anticipated to be available on DIBBS around May 30, 2026. Proposals for the future RFP will be evaluated using "best value" procedures based on Price, Past Performance, and Delivery. All offers must be in English and US dollars. The overall presolicitation period concludes on May 28, 2026.
Technical Data Access & Submission
Technical drawings/bid sets for the future solicitation will be available to JCP certified vendors via DLA cFolders. Vendors unable to access data must submit a one-time request to jcpvalidation@dla.mil. For the future RFP, proposals can be uploaded through DIBBS (preferred) or emailed to amber.weaver@dla.mil (single emails not to exceed 15 MB).
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this opportunity, contact Amber Weaver at amber.weaver@dla.mil.