66--COMPUTER,FLIGHT DIR
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, under the Department of Defense, intends to procure Computer, Flight Director (NSN 7R-6610-015707550-BL), quantity 10 EA. This is a presolicitation for a sole-source acquisition under FAR 6.302-1, as the item is flight critical and requires specific engineering source approval. Proposals from responsible sources are due by May 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 10 units of Computer, Flight Director, NSN 7R-6610-015707550-BL, IAW REF NR 70901-01800-203, with delivery FOB Origin. This item is flight critical and requires engineering source approval by the design control activity. The Government has determined that only previously approved sources possess the unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge, or technical data essential to maintaining the quality of the part.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Sole Source (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: May 12, 2026
- Published: March 27, 2026
- Agency: DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, PA
Source Approval Requirements
This acquisition is limited to previously approved sources. 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 (available at https://www.navsup.navy.mil/NAVSUP-Enterprise/NAVSUP-Weapon-Systems-Support/Business-Opps/). Offers failing to provide all required data will not be considered. The time required for new source approval is typically such that an award cannot be delayed. The Government may proceed with award based on Fleet support needs even if source approval is pending.
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 responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals/quotations/capability statements. The Government will consider proposals received within 45 days of publication (30 days if under an existing BOA). Information received will help determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Military and Federal Specifications and Standards can be obtained from DODSSP/ASSIST-Online.