16--RAST PROBE ASSY,AIR
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 has issued a Presolicitation notice for RAST PROBE ASSY, AIR (NSN 7R-1680-015199017-CB), quantity 11 EA. This is a sole source acquisition under FAR 6.302-1, as the item is flight critical and requires specific engineering source approval. Only previously approved sources have been solicited. However, other responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals for consideration. Responses are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of RAST PROBE ASSY, AIR, with National Stock Number (NSN) 7R-1680-015199017-CB and Reference Number 70250-34000-047, in a quantity of 11 units. Delivery is FOB Origin. The item is classified under Product Service Code 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Response Due: April 13, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Published: February 26, 2026
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA
Source Approval & Submission
This item requires Government source approval prior to contract award due to its flight-critical nature and proprietary technical data. Only sources previously approved by the Government have been solicited.
- For unapproved sources: You must submit, with your proposal, information detailed in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice).
- For sources undergoing evaluation: Submit a copy of the cover letter for your source approval request.
- Offers lacking required source approval data will not be considered. The Government may proceed with award to meet Fleet support needs if new source approval cannot be processed in time.
Additional Notes
This notice is an intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source and is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals, quotations, or capability statements received within 45 days of publication will be considered. The Government's decision not to compete is at its sole discretion.
- The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation.
- Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice (by March 13, 2026).
- Military and Federal Specifications/Standards can be obtained from DODSSP/ASSIST-Online.