UMTE Coupler, Rotary, Radi

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is procuring three units of UMTE Coupler, Rotary, Radio Frequency components with National Stock Number 5985-01-308-2119 for the U.S. Air Force. The solicitation is restricted to two qualified sources: Diamond Antenna and DRS Training & Control Systems, LLC, with contractors required to submit qualification packages demonstrating manufacturing capabilities and compliance with technical specifications. Key requirements include first article testing, submission of a Counterfeit Prevention Plan within 30 days of contract award, and adherence to strict export control regulations due to the sensitive nature of the technical data. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis to contractors meeting the Manufacturing Qualification Requirements, which include an estimated $19,000 qualification testing cost and 60-day completion timeline. Quotations are due by July 18, 2025, with delivery required by August 11, 2026.

This procurement operates under the NAICS code 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing) with a size standard of 750 employees and has no set-aside designation, making it open to all qualifying contractors. The rotary couplers are destined for use in the AN/TPT-T1(V) end item system and require specialized S-band waveguide components manufactured to military specifications. Contract deliverables include comprehensive documentation such as First Article Test Plans and Reports, compliance with MIL-STD packaging requirements, and unique identification marking per military standards. The procurement involves strict supply chain traceability documentation and controlled technical data with Distribution D authorization, limiting access to Department of Defense and authorized U.S. contractors only. Performance will be evaluated based on technical compliance, manufacturing qualification, and adherence to the detailed Statement of Work covering preservation, packaging, and marking requirements.