SPRDL126R0005_Sources Sought Notice.pdf
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This Sources Sought Notice is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support to identify potential manufacturers for the Navigation Unit (artillery Tactical Advanced Land Inertial Navigator or aTALIN Kit with Container) for the M109A6/A7 Paladin artillery system. The specific National Stock Number is 6605-01-705-8418, with the Technical Data Package currently designated as a sole source to Honeywell International Inc. The document requests interested companies to submit detailed information including company details, manufacturing capabilities, quality system certifications, lead times, and estimated costs for 81 kits.
Interested companies must meet several key requirements, including possessing a Quality Management System certified to ISO 9001:2015, compliance with MIL-STD-1916 standards, and demonstrated experience in manufacturing similar military components. Submissions are due electronically to kimberly.houghton@dla.mil by October 24, 2025 at 12:00 Noon EST. The agency emphasizes that this is a market research notice for informational purposes only, does not constitute a contract commitment, and all submissions will become government property. The delivery terms are FOB Destination, and companies are expected to provide a comprehensive capability statement to be considered.
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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE
Notice Type: Sources Sought
Date: October 1, 2025
Solicitation Number: SPRDL1-26-R-0005
Subject: Navigation Unit (artillery Tactical Advanced Land Inertial Navigator (aTALIN) Kit with Container) for M109A6/A7 Paladin – NSN 6605-01-705-8418
Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support
1.0 Introduction
DLA is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of supplying the Navigation Unit (aTALIN Kit with Container) for M109A6/A7 Paladin. This is NOT a formal solicitation notice. This Sources Sought is for informational purposes only and is not a request for proposals.
2.0 Item Description
Item Name: Navigation Unit (aTALIN Kit with Container)
National Stock Number (NSN): 6605-01-705-8418
Technical Data Package (TDP) Number: Sole source - Honeywell International Inc. (CAGE
0BFA5)
End Item: M109A6/A7 Paladin
3.0 Statement of Need
The Navigation Unit (aTALIN Kit with Container) is a critical component for the M109A6/A7 Paladin. This item requires specialized manufacturing capabilities.
4.0 Quality and Testing Requirements
• Standards: MIL-STD-1916 applies.
• Quality Management System (QMS): Higher Level Contract Quality System requirement. Suppliers must possess a QMS certified to ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent.
5.0 Delivery Information
• FOB: Destination
6.0 Information Requested
Interested companies capable of providing the Navigation Unit (aTALIN Kit with Container) are requested to submit the following information:
• Company Name and Address
• Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone Number, Email Address)
• CAGE Code
• Brief Capability Statement: Describe your company’s experience in manufacturing similar components for military applications.
• Manufacturing Capabilities: Detail your company’s manufacturing capabilities related to this item (e.g., machining, casting, assembly).
• Quality System Certification: Provide documentation demonstrating compliance with ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent.
• Lead Time: Estimated lead time for delivery.
• Estimated Cost: Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimate for a quantity of 81 kits.
7.0 Submission Instructions
All responses shall be submitted electronically to kimberly.houghton@dla.mil no later than October 24, 2025 - 12:00 Noon EST.
8.0 Disclaimer
This Sources Sought Notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract. The Government is not obligated to answer any questions submitted in response to this notice. The information provided will be used to identify potential sources and assess market capabilities. All submissions become the property of the Government and will not be returned.
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