5 Year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Contract for Radio Frequency Amplifier NSN
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) Maritime-Mechanicsburg is conducting market research for a potential 5-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Radio Frequency Amplifiers (NSN: 5996 015575337, Part Number: DB-5601). This is a Sources Sought notice to identify capable suppliers, particularly for alternate products that are form, fit, and functionally compatible. Responses are due by March 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
DLA is seeking sources for the RADIO FREQUENCY AMPLIFIER (NSN: 5996 015575337, Part Number: DB-5601) with an estimated yearly quantity of 50 units. The item is designated with Acquisition Method Code (AMC) 3 (acquire directly from the manufacturer for second or subsequent time) and Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) R (Government does not own data/rights, uneconomical to buy data or reverse engineer). This indicates a current sole-source or limited-source environment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (for a potential 5-year IDIQ)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 11, 2026
Key Information Requested from Suppliers
Suppliers are asked to provide information on:
- Availability of the item.
- Whether the item is considered commercial or commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) per FAR 2.101(b).
- Details on modifications if the item is modified, and its commercial availability.
- Catalog/price listing availability and submission.
- Quantity ranges for better pricing.
- Normal delivery times and inventory maintenance.
- FOB Origin acceptability.
- Company size, structure, and 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.
- Manufacturer of similar items and minimum delivery order quantity/dollar value.
- Willingness to accept option years with an Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clause.
Submission Instructions
Suppliers should complete the market survey and return it via email to GRIFFITH.R.BASEHORE@DLA.MIL by the specified closing date. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or a commitment by the US Government.