Mount, telescope

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is soliciting quotes for 16 units of telescope mounts, identified by National Stock Number 1240016505791, through a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This solicitation may result in an Automated Indefinite Delivery Contract with a one-year term or until aggregate orders reach $350,000, whichever comes first. All responsible sources are eligible to submit quotes, and submissions must be made electronically by the May 6, 2026 deadline, which provides 15 days from the posting date of April 21, 2026 for interested contractors to prepare and submit their proposals. The approved source is listed as 086B5 LT840H-34-0, and the solicitation documents are available online only with no hard copies provided. Specifications, plans, and drawings are not separately available, suggesting contractors should be familiar with the applicable standards for this equipment classification.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to small business concerns as defined by the Small Business Administration. The contract features a guaranteed minimum quantity of 2 units with an estimated 8 orders per year, and delivery is required within 35 days of order placement. Items will be shipped to various Defense Logistics Agency depots located throughout the continental United States and overseas destinations, with consolidation and containerization occurring at designated points. The estimated contract value of $350,000 reflects the aggregate ceiling for orders under this Indefinite Delivery Contract. This procurement falls under NAICS code 333310 (Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing) and PSC category 12 (Fire Control Equipment), indicating the specialized nature of the equipment being procured.