# SAM #W912JA-27-Q-1CU6

Market research for 40 M872A4 semitrailer wood decking kits

**Buyer:** NGB USPFO Activity AL ARNG
**Posted:** October 23, 2026
**Respond By:** October 30, 2026
**Identifier:** W912JA-27-Q-1CU6
**NAICS:** 321918, 321999, 321912, 423310

The Army National Guard is researching sources for complete replacement wood decking kits for M872A4 semitrailers.
- **Government buyer:** U.S. Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, USPFO Alabama Procurement; supporting CSMS 1 in Montgomery, Alabama, and the 781st Transportation Company.
- **Requested item:** 40 complete pre-cut wood decking floor kits, one full-deck replacement kit per standard 40-foot M872A4 semitrailer. No part number is specified.
- **Material and build requirements:** Kiln-dried Apitong (Keruing) hardwood, graded “Select or Better,” with 12–15% moisture content. Boards must be precision cut, profiled, drilled, and countersunk to comply with TM 9-2330-381-14&P; on-site cutting or re-machining is not permitted.
- **Packaging and documentation:** Each kit must be packaged as a complete vehicle set and include applicable technical data, product-care documentation, and a commercial warranty against defects under normal military use.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturer, OEM, or vendor is named in the notice.
- **Delivery and market research:** Phased deliveries are anticipated from late 2026 through early 2027 to CSMS 1 in Montgomery, Alabama. The agency is seeking capability, production, logistics, and non-binding ROM pricing information; this is market research, not a formal request for offers or an award.

### Description

<p>SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE / REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)</p>

<p><strong>Notice Type:</strong> Sources Sought Notice / Market Research<br />
&nbsp;<strong>Procurement Title:</strong> Pre-Cut Wood Decking Floor Kits for M872A4 Semitrailers<br />
&nbsp;<strong>Requiring Activity:</strong> Combined Support Maintenance Shop (CSMS) 1, Montgomery, AL<br />
&nbsp;<strong>Supported Unit:</strong> 781st Transportation Company<br />
&nbsp;<strong>Response Window:</strong> 7 Calendar Days from Date of Publication<br />
&nbsp;<strong>Response Deadline:</strong> 30 October 2026, 4:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST)<br />
&nbsp;<strong>Anticipated NAICS Code:</strong> 321918 &ndash; Other Millwork (including Flooring) <em>(or 321999 &ndash; All Other Miscellaneous Wood Product Manufacturing)</em><br />
&nbsp;<strong>Product Service Code (PSC):</strong> 2510 &ndash; Vehicular Cab, Body, and Frame Structural Components <em>(or 2540 / 5510)</em></p>

<p>1. DISCLAIMER AND GENERAL INFORMATION</p>

<p>This is a <strong>Sources Sought Notice / Request for Information (RFI)</strong> issued solely for market research, information, and planning purposes in accordance with <strong>FAR Part 10 (Market Research)</strong>.</p>

<ul>
	<li>This announcement does <strong>not</strong> constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or an obligation that the Government will issue a formal solicitation.</li>
	<li>The Government will <strong>not</strong> award a contract on the basis of this notice, nor will it reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparing or submitting responses.</li>
	<li>Responses will assist the Government in determining the availability of commercial items, competitive market capabilities, and potential small business set-aside strategies (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB, HUBZone).</li>
</ul>

<p>2. BACKGROUND AND SCOPE OF REQUIREMENT</p>

<p>The Combined Support Maintenance Shop (CSMS) 1 located in Montgomery, Alabama, has an operational requirement to procure high-durability, pre-cut wood decking floor packages to support maintenance, overhaul, and refurbishment of <strong>forty (40) M872A4 40-Ton Semitrailers</strong> in direct support of the 781st Transportation Company.</p>

<p>All forty (40) trailers must be fully mission-capable, inspected, and safety-certified prior to scheduled unit movement.</p>

<p>Summary of Items</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>CLIN 0001:</strong> Pre-Cut Decking Floor Kits for M872A4 Trailers</li>
	<li><strong>Quantity:</strong> 40 Complete Kits</li>
	<li><strong>Description:</strong> Complete vehicle-set wood packages containing all pre-cut, profiled, and drilled boards necessary for the 100% full deck replacement of one (1) standard 40-foot M872A4 flatbed trailer per kit.</li>
</ul>

<p>3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS &amp; STANDARDS</p>

<p>All delivered items must strictly conform to <strong>Technical Manual TM 9-2330-381-14&amp;P</strong> (and associated Bill of Materials / layout specifications):</p>

<p><strong>Requirement Area</strong></p>

<p><strong>Specification Standard</strong></p>

<p><strong>Material Type &amp; Quality</strong></p>

<p>Apitong (Keruing) hardwood boards, graded as <strong>&quot;Select or Better&quot;</strong>.</p>

<p><strong>Moisture Content</strong></p>

<p>Kiln-dried with a delivered moisture content between <strong>12% and 15%</strong>.</p>

<p><strong>Trailer Compatibility</strong></p>

<p>Standard M872A4 40-Ton Semitrailer (40-foot flatbed layout).</p>

<p><strong>Dimensions &amp; Machining</strong></p>

<p>Exact board dimensions, cuts, edge profiles, shiplap/tongue-and-groove configurations, and countersinks must match TM 9-2330-381-14&amp;P specifications without requiring on-site cutting or re-machining.</p>

<p><strong>Kit Contents</strong></p>

<p>Forty (40) standalone kits. Each kit must include the complete complement of wood components needed for a single trailer overhaul.</p>

<p><strong>Warranty &amp; Manuals</strong></p>

<p>Standard commercial/manufacturer warranty against defects in material and workmanship under normal military use; applicable technical data and product care documentation included.</p>

<p>4. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE AND DELIVERY SCHEDULE</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>Delivery Location:</strong><br />
	&nbsp;Combined Support Maintenance Shop (CSMS) 1<br />
	&nbsp;1720 Congressman W.L. Dickinson Dr.<br />
	&nbsp;Montgomery, AL 36109</li>
	<li><strong>Delivery Timeline:</strong></li>
	<li><strong>Delivery Commencement / First Shipment:</strong> 20 November 2026</li>
	<li><strong>Final Delivery Deadline (NLT):</strong> 31 January 2027</li>
	<li>Deliveries must follow a phased arrival schedule to accommodate shop throughput and inspection capacity.</li>
	<li><strong>Inspection &amp; Acceptance:</strong><br />
	&nbsp;Government inspection and acceptance will take place upon delivery at CSMS 1. Each delivery must be accompanied by a comprehensive Bill of Lading (BOL) / delivery packing slip itemizing contents and kit batch identifiers.</li>
</ul>

<p>5. CAPABILITY STATEMENT &amp; SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS</p>

<p>Interested commercial vendors and manufacturers capable of fulfilling this requirement are invited to submit a <strong>Capabilities Statement (maximum 5 pages)</strong> addressing the following areas:</p>

<p>A. Vendor Identification &amp; Profile</p>

<ol>
	<li>Company Name, Address, and Website.</li>
	<li>Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code.</li>
	<li>Primary Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone, and Email).</li>
	<li>Business Size and Socioeconomic Status under NAICS 321918 / 321999 (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, SDB, WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone).</li>
	<li>Existing Government-wide Contract Vehicles (e.g., GSA MAS, DLA, OASIS), if applicable.</li>
</ol>

<p>B. Technical &amp; Manufacturing Capability</p>

<ol>
	<li><strong>Material Sourcing &amp; Milling:</strong> Confirm access to genuine Apitong (Keruing) hardwood graded &quot;Select or Better&quot; and capability to achieve kiln-dried moisture levels of 12&ndash;15%.</li>
	<li><strong>Technical Compliance:</strong> Describe capability to manufacture, precision-cut, profile, and countersink lumber in exact compliance with military specifications (TM 9-2330-381-14&amp;P).</li>
	<li><strong>Packaging:</strong> Ability to package and palletize the boards into 40 distinct, ready-to-assemble vehicle kits.</li>
</ol>

<p>C. Schedule &amp; Logistical Capacity</p>

<ol>
	<li>Confirm ability to meet the required delivery performance window: initial delivery on <strong>20 November 2026</strong> and completion no later than <strong>31 January 2027</strong> at Montgomery, AL.</li>
	<li>Identify current production lead times and any known supply chain vulnerabilities for Apitong lumber.</li>
</ol>

<p>D. Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) &amp; Commercial Practices</p>

<ol>
	<li>Provide non-binding Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing per kit or total estimated cost for 40 kits.</li>
	<li>Detail standard commercial warranty terms, customary packaging methods, and shipping practices.</li>
</ol>

<p>6. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>Due Date &amp; Time:</strong> All responses must be received within <strong>seven (7) calendar days</strong> of this notice, no later than <strong>30 October, at 4:00 PM CST</strong>.</li>
	<li><strong>Submission Format:</strong> Electronic format via email (PDF or MS Word format).</li>
	<li><strong>Subject Line Format:</strong> Response to Sources Sought: M872A4 Decking Kits - [Company Name]</li>
	<li><strong>Submissions Shall Be Sent To:</strong></li>
	<li><strong>Primary Contracting POC:</strong> Kathryn Graham, Contract Specialist / Contracting Officer</li>
	<li><strong>Email:</strong> kathryn.p.graham.civ@army.mil</li>
	<li><strong>Phone:</strong> 334-450-0463</li>
</ul>

<p><em>Note: Proprietary information, if submitted, must be clearly marked. The Government will handle proprietary materials in accordance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations.</em></p>

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