MANUAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY

The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Land Warren, has issued this sources sought notice to identify potential small business providers capable of manufacturing a manual drive assembly. Identified by National Stock Number 1015-01-694-6779 and part number 12590868, this component is utilized as an end item for the Abrams Tank. The procurement interest involves a base quantity of 168 units with an additional option quantity of 168 units, to be delivered via FOB Destination to locations within the United States. Five attachments support this notice, including technical drawings and engineering exceptions.

This request for information is categorized under NAICS code 332994, Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing, and PSC 1015, Guns, 75mm through 125mm. The notice is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside. Interested firms must submit a capability statement that includes their full address, Unique Entity ID, CAGE code, point of contact, and specific small business size status.

The response deadline for this market research effort is June 2, 2026, though the government established an earlier deadline of August 20, 2025, for the guaranteed answering of written questions. Tania Lawson-Henderson serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment by the government to procure the items discussed.