12--TURRET,SENSOR-SIGHT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA intends to award a sole-source contract for TURRET,SENSOR-SIGHT (NSN 7R-1270-016857990-CB), quantity 6 EA. This requirement is for a flight-critical item that necessitates Government source approval prior to contract award. While the Government intends to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1, other responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for six (6) units of TURRET,SENSOR-SIGHT, identified by NSN 7R-1270-016857990-CB and Reference Number D3647120-1. This is a flight-critical component requiring specific engineering source approval to maintain quality. No drawings are available.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 11, 2026 (Proposals received within 45 days of the March 26, 2026 publication date will be considered.)
- Published: March 26, 2026
Source Approval Requirements
Due to the flight-critical nature and existing data rights, new sources must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Unapproved sources must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice). Offers without required source approval data will not be considered.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.