--A sole source modification to Contract W56HZV-05-D-0285, with CNH America LLC for the acquisition of Supplemental Armor Sets (SAS), related efforts to include logistic management data revisions and the development of a drawing package.

This contract involves a sole source modification to an existing agreement with CNH America LLC for the acquisition of Supplemental Armor Sets (SAS) used on Backhoe Loader vehicles. The SAS is comprised of two main components: the A-Kit, which includes integrated and non-removable ballistic protection built into the base vehicle, and the B-Kit, consisting of removable armor panels designed for deployment during contingency operations such as those in Afghanistan and Iraq. The contract covers the installation of the A-Kit on every Backhoe Loader vehicle delivered, production and installation of the B-Kit, as well as updates to logistics and engineering data resulting from the incorporation of both kits. This includes maintaining an Authorized Stockage List (ASL) for spare parts necessary to support the fielded armor kits. The contract is managed by the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Command (TACOM) at Detroit Arsenal, Michigan, with modifications addressing related logistical management data revisions and the development of drawing packages. The solicitation was posted on February 14, 2008, with a response date of February 28, 2008. The primary point of contact for this action is Elaine Nelson, reachable by phone or email. This effort falls under NAICS code 333120, which covers construction machinery manufacturing, reflecting the specialized nature of the armor kits designed for military vehicles.