Indefinite Delivery Contract SPE4A622D0061

The federal contract IDV SPE4A622D0061 awarded by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation and Land and Maritime divisions to the prime contractor Thales Defense & Security Inc., a foreign-owned, for-profit manufacturer, provides a variety of critical components and systems to support U.S. military aviation, maritime, and land logistics operations. The contract, valued at $3,217,550.50, does not utilize any set-aside designations. Under this IDV, Thales has received multiple delivery order contracts for the production and delivery of radio spare parts kits, cable assemblies, electronic cases, and other equipment, with performance primarily taking place in Clarksburg, Maryland. Thales also holds several other IDCs and a Basic Ordering Agreement with DLA and the Naval Air Systems Command, allowing the company to flexibly supply a diverse array of communications, electronics, and power products to meet the agencies' ongoing requirements.

The original solicitation was a sources sought synopsis for the DLA Richmond to identify potential contractors capable of producing a list of specified national stock number items. The government intended to use the market research to determine the appropriate procurement method, which could involve a small business set-aside or full and open competition with multiple awards. While no set-asides were ultimately used for the IDV or associated delivery orders awarded to Thales, the company's extensive experience as both a prime contractor and subcontractor for the Department of Defense likely contributed to its selection as the awardee under this flexible contract vehicle.