70--MEMORY,PORTABLE,SOL
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 intends to award a sole-source contract for Portable Memory (NSN 0Q-7050-017319059-P8), specifically 19 EA of FAA-Certified parts with FAA Form 8130-3 Airworthy Approval Tag. This requirement is for Critical Safety Items (CSI) and necessitates Government source approval. While the Government intends to negotiate with only one source, other responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond. This is not a request for competitive proposals.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for 19 EA of portable memory, reference number HWW-701594-01. Key requirements include:
- FAA-Certified parts with FAA Form 8130-3 Airworthy Approval Tag.
- Newly manufactured spares only; refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired material is unacceptable.
- Compliance with DFARS clause 252.209-7010 for Critical Safety Items.
- Compliance with DLAD clause 52.?-9004 for product verification testing (if Government inspection at source).
- Compliance with DFARS clause 252.242-7005 for Contractor Business Systems (as applicable).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source, FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Response Window: Responsible sources may submit proposals or capability statements for consideration within 45 days (or 30 days if under an existing BOA) after the publication date of March 11, 2026.
Source Approval Requirements
This item requires engineering source approval by the design control activity. Offers from non-government-approved sources will be deemed technically unacceptable.
- Approved Sources: Only previously approved sources have been solicited.
- New Sources: Must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity.
- Submission for Approval: If not an approved source, submit detailed information as per NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice). Include a cover letter if a request is already under evaluation.
- Important Note: The time required for new source approval typically prevents award delays. Failure to provide required data will result in non-consideration. Award may proceed based on Fleet support needs even if source approval evaluation is pending.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: SAMUEL EVERETT, SAMUEL.EVERETT@DLA.MIL, (215)737-2488.