ANTENNA

Quick Summary

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and quality assurance of ANTENNA components for the AN/SPN-41 Aircraft Approach Control Radar. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

Scope of Work

This contract requires the design, manufacture, and performance of ANTENNA components according to specified drawings (e.g., 395337-2, cage 02591) and numerous military and commercial standards. Key requirements include:

• Manufacturing: Adherence to detailed design, manufacturing, and performance specifications.
• Quality Assurance: Implementation of an inspection/quality system compliant with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002, including 100% visual, dimensional, mechanical, and electrical performance testing.
• First Article Testing: Contractor testing and submission of reports from the manufacturing site, with production contingent on approval. First Article Reports are due 60 Days After Contract (DAC) and production will not be authorized until approval.
• Configuration Control: Strict adherence to MIL-STD-973 Short Form procedures, with specific tailoring notes provided. Class I changes require PCO review/approval.
• Marking: Physical identification in accordance with Mil-E-21981 and Mil-Std-130.
• Soldering: Requirements for electrical and electronic assemblies per IPC J-STD-001, Class 3.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Solicitation
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business
• Product/Service Code: 5985 (Antennas, Waveguide, And Related Equipment)
• Proposal Due: July 2, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
• Published: June 2, 2026

Key Instructions & Requirements

• Authorized Distributors: Only authorized distributors of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) item will be considered. Proof of authorization, along with the OEM's CAGE code and part number (if applicable), must be submitted with the offer.
• Electronic Submissions: All contractual documents will be issued electronically. Invoices and Receiving Reports (COMBO) must be submitted via PIEE-WAWF.
• Quote Submission: Offerors must specify any exceptions (e.g., Mil specs/standards, packaging, Inspection & Acceptance) in their quotes; otherwise, award will be based on solicitation requirements. Changes after award may incur cost deductions.
• Production Facility Changes: Any changes to production facilities require written approval from the Contracting Officer, a $250 price reduction for administrative costs, and must not impact small business performance, delivery, purchase description, or FOB point.
• Notifications: Vendors are recommended to provide contact information to NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg for automated notifications from Navy Electronic Commerce Online (NECO) and Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Electronic Data Access (EDA).

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact ADRIENNE.RUBINIC@DLA.MIL or call 4457376430.