| Location: | Alabama |
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| Posted: | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Due: | Mar 30, 2026 |
| Agency: | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
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| Solicitation No: | SPRDL1-26-R-0072 |
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Sources Sought Notice: SPRDL1-26-R-0072
Item Name: BACKPLANE ASSEMBLY
NSN: 5998013558142
Part Number: 12347083
Quantity: 65
Option Quantity: 65
End Item: Abrams FOV
Response Date: 30 Marchr 2026
Requirements Description: The Backplane Assembly is a critical component of the Abrams Fighting Vehicle System (AFVS) Engine. The Government does not have drawings for this item that are suitable for competitive procurement. The TDP is fully defined, but the government does not have full data rights.
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