Bathythermograph, PR

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is soliciting quotes for the procurement of 348 units of a Bathythermograph (NSN 6655009321353), a measuring and controlling device used in laboratory and field operations. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) that is open to all responsible sources, with quotes required to be submitted electronically through the provided link. The solicitation does not indicate specific evaluation criteria beyond standard responsiveness and responsibility requirements, though contractors should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to meet delivery timelines and product specifications. The critical deadline for this opportunity is March 12, 2026, allowing interested vendors approximately eight days from the posting date to prepare and submit their quotes. Specifications, plans, and drawings are not provided in the solicitation notice, and hard copies are unavailable, requiring all interested parties to access documentation through the electronic portal.

This procurement carries no set-aside designations and is open to competitive bidding from all qualified manufacturers in the Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing industry (NAICS 334519). The approved source for this item is manufacturer 03538 with part number 207592-1, which may serve as a reference point for interested bidders. Delivery is required to DLA Distribution facility W1A8 within 158 days from the order date (Approved Delivery Order or ADO), establishing a clear timeline for fulfillment of the 348-unit requirement. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the solicitation notice. Interested vendors should note that this is a straightforward supply procurement with a defined quantity and delivery location, making it suitable for established suppliers of precision measuring instruments and similar equipment.