# DIBBS #SPE7L3-27-T-1557

DLA solicitation for six direct-action shock absorbers and first-article testing

**Posted:** October 29, 2026
**Respond By:** November 09, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7L3-27-T-1557
**NAICS:** 336330

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking direct-action shock absorbers with an initial first-article testing requirement.
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Weapons Support, Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support; buyer contact: Matthew Curry.
- **Requested product:** 6 direct-action shock absorbers, NSN 2510-01-691-8034.
  - **OEM / approved source:** THYSSENKRUPP BILSTEIN OF AMERICA IN.
  - Approved-source part numbers: F4-BE5-N410-W3 and F4-BE5-N410-WE.
- **Notable requirement:** The contractor must perform first-article testing on 2 units. The test report is due within 30 calendar days of the contract date; the government’s approval or disapproval is due within 90 calendar days after receiving the report.
- **Delivery and access:** Single supply delivery, FOB origin. Technical-data access is restricted.

### Description

CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000053, Purchase Request: 7018861064)
SHOCK ABSORBER, DIRECT (QTY: 6, NSN: 2510-01-691-8034, Purchase Request: 7018861064)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 7MN00, Part No: F4-BE5-N410-W3, Company: THYSSENKRUPP BILSTEIN OF AMERICA IN
  - CAGE: 7MN00, Part No: F4-BE5-N410-WE, Company: THYSSENKRUPP BILSTEIN OF AMERICA IN
 

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