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Differential, Driving Axle

Department of Defense · Defense Logistics Agency · DLA LAND WARREN
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Solicitation details

Solicitation number
SPRDL1-27-R-A029
Notice type
Sources Sought
NAICS
336350
Product service code
2520
Set-aside
Unrestricted
Posted
2026-10-19
Response deadline
Nov 3, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
Contracting contact
jon.machacek@dla.mil

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Statement of work, as posted

Item Name: Differential, Driving Axle NSN: 2520-01-574-4828 Military (CAGE: 19207) Part Number: 12529095 (Restricted to Dana Corporation CAGE: 63ZH0) Estimated Quantity: Minimum 27 / Maximum 675 (5 Year Long-Term Contract) End Item: High Mobility Multi-Purpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) Response Date: 3 November 2026 Requirements Description: This Driving Differential is a heavy-duty, military-grade rear differential with a built-in cooler designed for the HMMWV and heavy-payload military trucks. Its primary purpose is to split the engine's power between the rear wheels, allowing them to spin at different speeds so the vehicle can turn smoothly without skidding. It is built to handle extreme off-road terrain, heavy towing, and intense heat without breaking breaking down. The Government does not have data rights to the technical data package (TDP) or specifications. This survey is published in compliance with FAR Part 10, Market Research. This request for capability information does not constitute a request for proposals. Submission of any information in response to this market research is purely voluntary. The Government assumes no financial responsibilty for any costs incurred in responding or in any subsequent exchange of information. Contractors interested in becoming a source of supply need to meet the requirements of the Source Approval Program at their own expense. Specific information and point of contract for the Source Approval Program is available at https://tacom.army.mil/ and select 'Ombudsman' from the menu.

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Jon Machacek
Role
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Email
jon.machacek@dla.mil
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