Sensing element, fir

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is soliciting quotes for a Sensing Element, FIR (Federal Item Reference NSN 6340014712596), which falls under the communications equipment manufacturing industry classification. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) procurement that invites all responsible sources to submit electronic bids for consideration. The solicitation emphasizes that quotes must be submitted electronically through the provided link, with no hard copies available and no specifications, plans, or drawings provided separately. The evaluation criteria appear focused on the capability to meet the delivery requirements and the approved source specification of 73168 35790-200-400. The critical deadline for quote submission is December 19, 2025, providing potential offerors with eight calendar days to prepare and submit their responses from the December 11, 2025 posting date.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to small business concerns only. The contract calls for two line items, each requiring delivery of 25 units to DLA Distribution Depot Hill within 143 days after order (ADO), for a total quantity of 50 units. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the solicitation notice. The approved source listing suggests that competition may be limited to vendors capable of meeting the precise technical specifications referenced, though the RFQ process allows all qualified small businesses to compete. Performance will be completed at DLA Distribution Depot Hill, which serves as the primary delivery location for this supply contract.