Sources Sought_Ring Brake Assembly

The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is conducting a market survey to determine the level of interest among qualified contractors for the production of the Ring Brake Assembly. The survey aims to gather information about the capabilities and qualifications of potential offerors. The ring brake assembly is a critical component with an NSN of 1005-00-701-2801. The contractor shall test five units of the ring brake assembly. The market survey does not constitute a solicitation, and no compensation will be made for participation. Some key points to consider: • The survey is for government planning purposes only. • The contractor must have a current DD 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement, on file with the Defense Logistics Information Service (DLIS) to access the Technical Data Package (TDP). • The TDP will only be made available to contractors if a solicitation is released. • The contractor must be capable of manufacturing the ring brake assembly and provide information about their production lead time, minimum, normal, and maximum sustainable monthly production rates, and current price per unit. • The contractor must also provide information about their quality management system and experience with first article testing.