59--DATA TRANSFER UNIT
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 is soliciting proposals for a Data Transfer Unit, identified as a Critical Application Item (CAI). This opportunity requires offers from government-approved sources of supply only, providing newly manufactured spares. Proposals are due February 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the supply of a Data Transfer Unit. Key requirements include:
- Provision of newly manufactured spares only; refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired material will not be accepted.
- Adherence to ISO 9001 or higher for contract quality requirements.
- Compliance with various clauses including ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION, INSPECTION OF SUPPLIES--FIXED-PRICE, WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS, and BUY AMERICAN-FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS-BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM-BASIC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: February 17, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: February 9, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made based on offers from government-approved sources of supply. Offers from non-approved sources will be deemed technically unacceptable. Distributors of approved sources MUST submit a copy of their authorized distributor letter, on the source's letterhead, to the buyer point of contact at the time of proposal submittal. Only newly manufactured spares are acceptable.
Additional Notes
Drawings are not available for this Request for Quote. Proposals should be submitted electronically via email to ASHLEY.WALTERS@DLA.MIL.