RFI for Frame, Seat, Vehicular
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 Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for the manufacture of FRAME, SEAT, VEHICULAR. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, seeking qualified vendors for a potential Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), one-time buy with a 100% option. Responses are due March 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks information on capabilities for manufacturing FRAME, SEAT, VEHICULAR (NSN: 2540-01-414-7899, Part number: 12933517). The initial quantity is 26 EA, with a maximum of 52 total including the 100% option. Key requirements include:
- Higher Level Requirements: ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent
- Hazardous Material: Hazardous waste in production / Hazardous material in end product (environmental laws apply)
- FOB: Destination
- Packaging: Military B
- Technical Data Package (TDP): Distribution Level D and Export Controlled. Access requires valid certification under the United States / Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (for a potential FFP, one-time buy with 100% option)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336360 (Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing)
- Published: March 25, 2026
- Response Due: March 31, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms are encouraged to respond with a statement of qualifications and capability via email to Zachary Wiegand (zachary.k.wiegand.civ@army.mil). Submissions must include:
- Firm name and address
- CAGE Code (valid SAM registration is mandatory)
- Point of Contact (name, phone, email)
- Company's business size status (small or large, verifiable in SAM)
- Summary of expertise in manufacturing the part
- Summary of delivery capability
- Summary of the place of performance
- Confirmation if the NAICS Code is appropriate
- Confirmation if this is a commercial or noncommercial buy
- Estimate of production lead time and monthly delivery rate
Additional Notes
This notice is for government planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. It is not a request for proposals, and no reimbursement will be provided for response preparation. Questions and responses will be shared via updates to this notice on SAM.gov.