Firing control communication processor

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking to procure Firing Control Communication Processors (NSN: 5998-01-692-2080, Part Number: 12491178-2) for use in M1A2 SEPV2 Abrams Tank systems. This pre-solicitation notice indicates the agency is in the planning phase prior to issuing a formal solicitation for this electronic assembly component. Prospective contractors should note that the procurement falls under NAICS Category 334418 (Printed Circuit Assembly Manufacturing) and PSC Category 5998 (Electrical and Electronic Assemblies, Boards, Cards, and Associated Hardware), which establishes the scope of eligible bidders for this opportunity. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on January 9, 2026, with a due date of January 26, 2026, providing interested parties with approximately two weeks to prepare their responses or submissions. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in this notice, contractors should anticipate standard federal procurement evaluation standards for quality, technical capability, pricing, and contractor experience with defense applications.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation, meaning it is open to all qualified contractors meeting the technical and manufacturing requirements. The contract will require a minimum order of 18 units with a maximum potential order of 450 units, representing a significant volume commitment for the successful contractor. No incumbent contractor information or specific budget range has been disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice, though the substantial quantity range and defense application suggest a considerable contract value. The timeline for the full solicitation process has not yet been established, though contractors interested in competing should monitor the Federal Procurement Data System for the formal solicitation release. Given the specialized nature of firing control systems for military applications, prospective bidders should ensure their facilities and processes meet all applicable defense contracting requirements and security protocols.