Antenna, Assy; Processor, Radar; Coupler, Radar Receiver; Cable Assy, Radio Freq.; Cable, Assy, Special Electrical; Receiver, Processor
Overview
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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) Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources for various components supporting the AH-64 Apache weapon system. These items include Antenna Assemblies, Radar Processors, Radar Receiver Couplers, and various Cable Assemblies. The goal is to determine if future acquisition efforts can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. Responses are due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The DLA seeks qualified sources capable of manufacturing and supplying the following items:
- Antenna Assembly (NSN: 5985-01-670-4835, PN: 317A840-1)
- Processor, Radar (NSN: 1270-01-670-4787, PN: 317A960-1)
- Coupler, Radar Receiver (NSN: 5841-01-670-4855, PN: 213A200-3)
- Cable Assembly, Radio Freq. (NSN: 5995-01-670-4902, PN: 317A853-1)
- Cable Assembly, Special Electrical (NSN: 5995-01-670-6878, PN: 317A852-1)
- Receiver-Processor (NSN: 5841-01-670-4896, PN: 317A710-1)
Contractors must be capable of recurring and nonrecurring engineering services, and responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing/production process, including supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, material forecasting, obsolescence issues, and final delivery.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Synopsis (Market Research)
- NAICS Codes: 334511 (1,350 employees), 334419 (750 employees), 335931 (600 employees)
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine potential set-asides for small businesses, including 8(a), small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned concerns.
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
- Published: February 9, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will help the DLA identify potential manufacturing/supply sources and inform future acquisition strategies regarding competitiveness and small business set-asides. Firms possessing the ability to produce the required items are encouraged to identify themselves.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation and does not guarantee a future contract award. No funds are available for response preparation. Contractors are encouraged to seek source approval by visiting AvMC's public website: https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/TechDataMgmt.