Modem, communication

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is preparing to solicit a one-time procurement for communication modems under NSN 5895-01-688-9695. The currently approved manufacturer is Viasat Inc. (CAGE 47358) with part number 1232348, and the agency is seeking to identify additional qualified sources for this communication equipment. Companies interested in becoming approved sources must comply with DLAD Procurement Note L22 requirements for source controlled items and submit comprehensive market survey information covering their capabilities, commercial item status, pricing, and delivery timelines. The evaluation will focus on supplier qualifications, inventory availability, commercial item classification, and fair market pricing documentation. Interested sources must complete the attached market survey and submit responses to Cerita Sellers via email at cerita.sellers@dla.mil by 1:00 PM EST on July 14, 2025.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified suppliers. Viasat Inc. is identified as the current approved manufacturer for this modem, suggesting they may be the incumbent contractor for this specific NSN. The solicitation involves a quantity of 5 communication modems for a one-time buy, with delivery required to DLA Distribution Albany at MCLB Building 1221, Door 20, in Albany, Georgia. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing) and PSC code 5895 (Miscellaneous Communication Equipment). The market survey is designed to help DLA develop a comprehensive solicitation strategy by gathering detailed supplier information about manufacturing capabilities, commercial availability, and pricing structures. No specific award values or budget ranges have been disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice.