How to bid on Cradle Assembly for the Department of the Army

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Army is seeking 53 cradle assemblies, part number 12521588, with National Stock Number (NSN) 1005-01-584-8639. There is a possibility for the Army to order an additional 100% of the quantity. Deliveries are expected within 365 days.

This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. It is specifically for vendors who hold an active Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under the Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) program. If you have a BOAST BOA, this is a direct chance to supply the Army with a needed item.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Order Proposal (RFOP) was published on July 23, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. All proposals must be received by this date and time.

To be considered for this award, your company must have a fully executed BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement in place by the August 19, 2026 deadline. Failure to have an active BOA by this time will make your proposal ineligible.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that manufacture or supply security-related components, specifically cradle assemblies. The NAICS code associated with this requirement is 332994.

Crucially, this is only for companies that already hold an active BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement. If you do not have one, you will need to establish one before the proposal deadline to be eligible. The item is also export controlled, meaning vendors need current Joint Certification Program (JCP) approval to access the technical data package.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents.

The RFOP document contains all instructions for proposal submission, evaluation criteria (such as Price Only, LPTA, or Tradeoff), and order-specific clauses. You must review the entire attached RFOP to prepare your proposal. Any amendments to the RFOP will be posted electronically on the same SAM.gov notice, so check periodically for updates.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement is fully executed and active before the proposal deadline. This is a strict requirement for eligibility. If you do not have one, investigate the BOAST On-Ramp program immediately.

Since this item is export controlled, confirm your Joint Certification Program (JCP) approval is current. Without JCP approval, you will not be able to access the necessary technical data package to prepare your proposal. If your certification is expired or you are not registered, begin the process of mailing DD Form 2345 to the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Office promptly.

Carefully read all instructions and evaluation criteria within the attached RFOP document. Pay close attention to any specific requirements for pricing, delivery, or technical specifications. Your proposal must address all aspects of the solicitation to be considered acceptable.