How to bid on T-142 Track Shoe Block supply for the Dept of the Army

What the Army is buying

The Department of the Army is seeking information from vendors who can manufacture and supply 24,000 T-142 Track Shoe Blocks, part number 11645128 Rev C. These blocks are for the Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, TX, for fiscal year 2026.

The Army requires monthly deliveries ranging from 2,400 to 3,600 blocks, starting in November and continuing through May. Vendors must produce the blocks to specific drawing and quality assurance requirements and provide a Certificate of Conformance with deliveries. Early delivery is acceptable at no extra cost to the government.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on April 09, 2026. The deadline for responses is April 14, 2029, at 4:00 PM ET. At the deadline, the Army will stop accepting submissions for this RFI.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, specifically those with experience in producing track shoe blocks or similar heavy-duty components for military vehicles. Firms must be capable of meeting precise specifications, including drawing 11645128 Rev C and Quality Assurance Requirement (QAP) 11645128.

Vendors should have the capacity to handle monthly production and delivery schedules for significant quantities, up to 3,600 units per month.

How to respond

To access the full details and respond to this RFI, you need to go to the original source on the government portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.

You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though this is not always necessary for every bid.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the specified part number, drawing, and quality assurance requirements. Highlight your manufacturing capabilities and experience with similar products.

Detail your production capacity to assure the Army you can meet the required monthly delivery quantities. Emphasize your quality control processes and your ability to provide a Certificate of Conformance with each shipment. If you can offer early delivery without additional cost, make sure to mention this.