5 Year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Contract for Multiple Fiber Optic Test NSNs
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
DLA Maritime-Mechanicsburg is conducting a Sources Sought / Market Survey to identify potential sources for a 5-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Multiple Fiber Optic Test NSNs. This includes Optical Loss Test Kits (NSN: 6650 017028624, Part Number: MAX-945-NAV-M2042-KIT) and Optical Loss Test Units (NSN: 6650 017216250, Part Number: MAX-945-NAV-M2042-UNIT). The government is seeking information on suppliers capable of providing these items, including alternate products with the same form, fit, and function compatible with existing weapon systems. Responses are due by March 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This market survey is for a potential 5-year IDIQ contract for the specified fiber optic test equipment, with an estimated yearly quantity of 15 units for each NSN. The current items are designated with AMC 3 (acquire from manufacturer) and AMSC R (government does not own data, uneconomical to acquire/reverse engineer). The DLA is specifically interested in identifying sources that can supply these items or equivalent alternate products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (for a potential 5-year IDIQ)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Issuing Office: SPRMM1 DLA MECHANICSBURG, Mechanicsburg, PA
Information Requested from Suppliers
Suppliers are asked to provide comprehensive information, including:
- Availability and commerciality of the item (or alternate).
- Whether the item is a modified commercial item.
- Pricing, price lists, and quantity ranges for better pricing.
- Normal delivery times and current inventory.
- Acceptability of FOB Origin and inspection/acceptance origin.
- Company size and parent company information.
- Manufacturer details (if a dealer).
- Capability to provide cost or pricing data for contracts over $750,000.
- Dominant materials and their percentage.
- Last manufactured date and for whom.
- Minimum delivery order quantities/dollar values.
- Willingness to accept option years with Economic Price Adjustment (EPA).
- Additional commercial item questions regarding evidence of sales, evolution, modifications, combinations, warranties, and price lists.
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should complete the provided survey document ("1.08 Sources Sought Market Survey - IDIQ LTC.pdf") and return it via email to the contact listed by the specified closing date. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the U.S. Government.