Band Feed Spare Kits for DLA Distribution San Joaquin

The Defense Logistics Agency Distribution has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole-source contract to Cubic Corporation for band feed spare kits and parts. The solicitation (SP3300-25-Q-0241) specifically targets proprietary band feed spares for various models manufactured by Cubic Corporation/GATR Technologies for the San Joaquin, California distribution center. This procurement falls under NAICS Code 334220 for Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing and Product Service Code 5985 for Antennas, Waveguides, and Related Equipment. The Special Notice was posted on June 25, 2025, with the contracting office located in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The agency is proceeding under the authority of 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), which permits sole-source procurement when only one source is reasonably available.

The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to provide advance notification of the government's intent to make a sole-source award while allowing other potential contractors to identify their capabilities or submit proposals. Contractors have until June 30, 2025, to respond to this opportunity, giving them a five-day window from the posting date. There are no specific set-aside requirements for this procurement, making it open to all eligible contractors who can demonstrate relevant capabilities. The government retains complete discretion in determining whether to compete this acquisition based on any responses received. Interested parties should contact Allexas Kirchgessner, the Contract Specialist, at 717-770-4285 or Allexas.Kirchgessner@dla.mil for additional information. The procurement represents a standard sole-source justification process where the agency believes only one contractor can provide the required proprietary equipment but is providing an opportunity for market feedback before finalizing the award decision.