59--ANTENNA
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 for an Antenna (NSN 7R-5985-015731112-CB, REF NR 530092-002, QTY 10 EA). This is a sole-source action under FAR 6.302-1, as competitive data is not available, and the item is flight critical, requiring Government source approval. While not a request for competitive proposals, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals. Responses are due by May 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the acquisition of 10 EA of Antenna, NSN 7R-5985-015731112-CB, Reference Number 530092-002, with delivery FOB Origin. The Government intends to negotiate with only one source due to the unavailability of competitive data, economic infeasibility of obtaining it, and the inability to draft adequate specifications for a competitive solicitation. The item is designated as flight critical, necessitating Government source approval prior to contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Item: Antenna (NSN 7R-5985-015731112-CB, REF NR 530092-002)
- Quantity: 10 EA
- Delivery: FOB Origin
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 26, 2026
- Published: May 4, 2026
Source Approval Requirements
For this flight-critical item, Government source approval is mandatory. Only previously approved sources have been solicited. If you are not an approved source, you must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (Spares: https://www.navsup.navy.mil/NAVSUP-Enterprise/NAVSUP-Weapon-Systems-Support/Business-Opps/ and Repair: https://www.navsup.navy.mil/NAVSUP-Enterprise/NAVSUP-Weapon-Systems-Support/Business-Opps/). Offers from non-approved sources that fail to provide the required source approval data will not be considered. The approval process may not delay the award.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals, quotations, or capability statements received within the specified timeframe will be considered. The Government retains sole discretion on whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses. While FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) is not being used, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.