Transponder, sonar
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- SPE4A726R0458
- Agency
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Aviation
Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334290 Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- PSC
- 5845 Underwater Sound Equipment
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is procuring sonar transponders (NSN 5845-015442032) through an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for a 5-year base period. This unrestricted procurement is open to all responsible sources and requires written quotes submitted via the DLA Internet Bid Board Systems (DIBBS). The government will evaluate proposals based on three equally weighted factors: price, past performance, and delivery schedule. Key requirements include registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) with annual updates, compliance with hazardous material handling protocols, and submission of Certified Cost and Pricing Data if required based on contract value. The solicitation will issue on March 17, 2026, with a closing date of April 17, 2026, allowing potential bidders approximately one month to prepare and submit their responses.
This procurement does not include any set-aside designations and is available to firms of all sizes. Four incumbent suppliers have been identified: GE Aviation Systems LLC (P/N 166936-08), Electrodynamics Inc (P/N 8501569-1), Dukane Seacom, Inc. (P/N DK140), and Radiant Power Corp (P/N DK140). The estimated annual demand is 300 units, with delivery orders ranging from a minimum of 74 units to a maximum of 300 units per order. Delivery will be FOB Origin with inspection and acceptance at the supplier's location, and Government Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) is required. Progress payments are not authorized, and the Supplier Performance Risk System will apply to the awarded contractor throughout the contract period.
Notice text
NSN: 5845-015442032; TRANSPONDER,SONAR; IQC: 1000214215; Issue Date: 03/17/26; Closing Date: 04/17/26
This solicitation will result in an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for a 5-year base period. This procurement is unrestricted. Certified Cost and Pricing Data may be required based on dollar value. EEO clearance is not required. There is no surge requirement. Progress Payments are not authorized for this procurement. This is a critical application item. There is a Government FAT requirement. Higher level applies. Material is hazardous.
The Supplier Performance Risk System applies. Price, Past Performance and Delivery will be equally weighted. The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation. This request is for a written quote. Please submit offers in writing. The solicitation issue date will be 03/17/2026 with a closing date on 04/17/2026.
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DURATION OF CONTRACT PERIOD: 5 YEARS
Estimated Annual Demand Quantity: 300 EA
Minimum Delivery Order Quantity: 74 EA
Maximum Delivery Order Quantity: 300 EA
GE AVIATION SYSTEMS LLC 35351 P/N 166936-08
ELECTRODYNAMICS INC 10236 P/N 8501569-1
DUKANE SEACOM, INC. 94970 P/N DK140
RADIANT POWER CORP 1MXA1 P/N DK140
FOB: Origin
Inspection/Acceptance: Origin
Delivery Schedule: 211 FAT 331 AFAA
Suppliers must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Annual updates to suppliers' registration will be required. For registration procedures and information, visit the World Wide Web at http://www.sam.gov
A copy of the solicitation will be available via DLA Internet Bid Board Systems at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP on the same issue date cited in the RFP. From the DIBBS Homepage, select "Request for Proposal (RFP)/Invitation for Bid (IFB)" from the menu under the tab "Solicitations". To download and view these documents you will need the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader. This software is available free at http://www.adobe.com. A paper copy of this solicitation will not be available to requestors. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which will be considered.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| SYNOPSIS.doc | DOC document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation | |
| Transponder, sonar | Pre-Solicitation |
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