# DIBBS #SPE7LX-27-U-0379

DLA solicitation for 298 approved-source ball joints

**Posted:** October 29, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7LX-27-U-0379
**NAICS:** 336330, 336992

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking ball joints for its Weapons Support organization.
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate; contact: Theodore Misiolek.
- **OEMs / approved sources:** **ZF Friedrichshafen AG** (CAGE D9542) and **Rana Rhythm Automotive USA** (Michigan; CAGE 1F337).
- **Product requested:** 298 ball joints, NSN 3040-21-878-6687; approved-source part numbers are ZF P/N 065217002633 and Rana Rhythm Automotive USA P/N J-65-BJ-3000-A-11.
- **Quantity:** 298 is the estimated annual quantity; the stated guaranteed minimum is 44 each once binding.
- **Notable requirements:** Delivery is due 139 days after each order. Inspection and acceptance take place at destination; delivery is FOB origin under the First Destination Transportation program.

### Description

BALL JOINT (QTY: 298, NSN: 3040-21-878-6687, Purchase Request: 1000247831)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 1F337, Part No: J-65-BJ-3000-A-11, Company: RANA RHYTHM AUTOMOTIVE USA (MICHIGA
  - CAGE: D9542, Part No: 065217002633
 

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