Light Navigational

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is procuring light navigational equipment, specifically electric vehicular lights and fixtures classified under NAICS 335999. This unrestricted acquisition will be conducted through a competitive solicitation available via the DLA DIBBS online platform in PDF format, with the solicitation issue date scheduled for approximately November 7, 2025. The contract will include a reverse auction component, requiring interested offerors to familiarize themselves with the Procurex system and relevant auction procedures prior to submission. Proposals are due by January 7, 2026, and interested parties should monitor the DLA DIBBS website for the full solicitation documents and any additional evaluation criteria that will be specified upon release. Potential vendors are advised to obtain the latest Adobe Acrobat Reader software to access and review all solicitation materials, as paper copies will not be provided to requestors.

This is an unrestricted acquisition with no set-asides, and current known sources include Grimes Aerospace (CAGE 72914, P/N 65-0937-5) and Soderberg Manufacturing (CAGE 78366, P/N S2134-401). The contract will consist of a three-year base period with a guaranteed minimum quantity of 65 units and an estimated annual demand of 129 units total across the base period, resulting in a total base period requirement of approximately 387 units. Production delivery is specified at 112 days after receipt of order, with FOB Origin terms and inspection and acceptance occurring at the point of origin. Stock shipments will be limited to the continental United States. While specific award values are not disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice, the volume requirements and three-year contract duration indicate a substantial procurement opportunity for qualifying manufacturers.