Sources Sought Announcement for Procurement of Spare Parts for Common Sensor Payload (AN/AAS-53A), NSN 5855-01-641-5099.
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- DLA-Aberdeen-25-051
- Agency
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Land and Maritime
Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, acting on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center, is conducting a Sources Sought Announcement to acquire spare parts for the Common Sensor Payload (CSP), a multi-sensor Electro-Optic Infrared Sensor with a Laser Designator. The CSP is designed for reconnaissance, intelligence, surveillance, and target acquisition on manned and unmanned aerial platforms, capable of operating in various weather conditions and altitudes. The procurement involves 16 specific National Stock Number (NSN) parts, including range finders, detectors, gimbals, fans, covers, and optical assemblies, originally manufactured by Raytheon Company. Interested vendors are required to submit documentation demonstrating their capability to manufacture or supply these components, including company information, CAGE code, technical point of contact details, and supporting evidence such as drawings, test results, and previous contract information. The response deadline is May 9, 2025, with all submissions to be made via email to the designated government contacts.
This Sources Sought Announcement is primarily a market research tool and does not constitute a formal Request for Quote or Proposal. The government has not predetermined a specific set-aside status, but will use the gathered information to determine if the procurement can be competitive or potentially reserved for small businesses. The Technical Data Package (TDP) for the parts is available for conditional release and includes level 2 developmental information, subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Potential vendors must have an active Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program status to access the full technical details. The solicitation covers components for the Multi-Spectral Targeting System product line, with parts ranging from electrical motors and optical assemblies to laser range finders and electrical contacts. While no specific award value or quantity is mentioned, the government's objective is to assess market capabilities and develop an appropriate acquisition strategy for future procurement actions.
Notice text
The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center (ILSC) – Supply Chain Management Directorate (SCMD) – Strategic Sourcing Directorate (SSD), intends to acquire Parts to support the Common Sensor Payload (CSP), NSN 5855-01-641-5099. The original equipment manufacturer (OEM) is Raytheon Company (McKinney, TX), producer of the Multi – Spectral Targeting System product line of sensors..
Requirements Description:
The CSP is a turreted, multi-sensor, Electro-Optic Infrared Sensor with a Laser Designator designed to provide the user with day/night imaging capabilities for reconnaissance, intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and target designation. The CSP’s capabilities consist of, but are not limited to; operating day or night in all weather and at various altitudes, detecting and recognizing operationally meaningful targets at survivable standoff ranges, providing the location coordinates and auto tracking of designated targets, displaying continuous high resolution imagery, and deliver ordinance within acceptable targeting parameters from a manned or unmanned aerial platform.
The Government does possess the technical data package (TDP) for the parts. The TDP is available for conditional release. The TDP includes level 2. developmental information.
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The following additional NAICS apply:
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Items and/or Services to Be Procured:
NSN: 1240-01-647-3373
NOMENCLATURE: RANGE FINDER,LASER
PART NUMBER: 6631790-5
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 1260-01-647-8908
NOMENCLATURE: DETECTOR,LASER ILLUMINATED TARGET
PART NUMBER: 740-21
CAGE: 61651
NSN: 1680-01-647-0223
NOMENCLATURE: GIMBAL,FLIGHT CONTROL,AIRCRAFT
PART NUMBER: 6652128-2
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 4140-01-648-0713
NOMENCLATURE: FAN,CENTRIFUGAL
PART NUMBER: C012212000
CAGE: 82877
NSN: 5340-01-647-5399
NOMENCLATURE: COVER,ACCESS
PART NUMBER: 3263150-2
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 5340-01-685-9039
NOMENCLATURE: COVER,ACCESS
PART NUMBER: 6631791-3
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 5340-01-686-3757
NOMENCLATURE: COVER,ACCESS
PART NUMBER: 6631577-5
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 5860-01-646-7688
NOMENCLATURE: OPTICAL SUBASSEMBLY,LASER
PART NUMBER: 6631845-1
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 5977-01-686-1389
NOMENCLATURE: RING ASSEMBLY,ELECTRICAL CONTACT
PART NUMBER: DT6994
CAGE: 99932
NSN: 5990-01-651-0170
NOMENCLATURE: RESOLVER,ELECTRICAL
PART NUMBER: CM41035003-14
CAGE: 05088
NSN: 6105-01-652-9007
NOMENCLATURE: MOTOR,DIRECT CURRENT
PART NUMBER: QT-5307-A
CAGE: 11384
NSN: 6105-01-668-7470
NOMENCLATURE: SUPPORT,ELECTRIC MOTOR
PART NUMBER: 11375B-110E-058
CAGE: 10112
NSN: 6650-01-646-6909
NOMENCLATURE: MIRROR,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT
PART NUMBER: 4976020-3
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 6650-01-647-3365
NOMENCLATURE: BEAM SPLITTER,OPTICAL INSTRUMENT
PART NUMBER: 6640219-1
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 6650-01-647-5752
NOMENCLATURE: FILTER ASSEMBLY,INFRARED
PART NUMBER: 4984458-2
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 6665-01-647-6130
NOMENCLATURE: OPTICAL ASSEMBLY,MECHANICAL
PART NUMBER: 6631705-1
CAGE: 96214
NSN: 6665-01-647-8837
NOMENCLATURE: OPTICAL ASSEMBLY,MECHANICAL
PART NUMBER: 4984428-1
CAGE: 96214
Requested Response Information:
We request that sources who can supply the listed parts or services to submit information to show they have the capability to manufacture and/or supply the above components of the Common Sensor Payload. At a minimum the support information you submit should include, but is not limited to, the following types of documentation: Questionnaire, drawings, test results, information on previous Government and commercial contracts held, data rights, etc.
In your response, please include your company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contract with email address and telephone number.
Notice, Response Due Date, and Points of Contact:
This is NOT a Request for Quote or Proposal. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this SSA or reimburse any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this SSA. This Sources sought announcement (SSA) is for planning and market research purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. The information gathered from this announcement will be used to determine if responsible sources exist, and to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or set aside for Small Business. Furthermore, the Government will use the information, in part, to determine the best acquisition strategy for a potential procurement action and/or to assist in making acquisition strategy decisions in the future.
All SSA responses should be emailed to the Points of Contact at the email addresses listed below. No phone inquiries will be accepted, either as a response to this action or for information requests. All requests for information must be submitted via email to the Technical Point of Contact and the DLA Aberdeen Small Business Office.
Please submit responses by 5/9/2025
Technical Point of Contact: dalton.j.butterfield.civ@army.mil
Secondary Point of Contact: Philip.j.winter.civ@army.mil
DLA Aberdeen Small Business: smbizlandcols@dla.mil
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| DLA-Aberdeen-25-051 Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement.docx | DOCX document | |
| DLA-Aberdeen-25-051 Contractor Questionnaire.docx | DOCX document | |
| DLA-Aberdeen-25-051 TDP RECEIPT INSTRUCTIONS.docx | DOCX document |
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