Bahrain Critical Spares and Frequency Converters
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) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) for Bahrain Critical Spares and Frequency Converters to support the Patriot Missile System. While a sole-source award to Raytheon (CAGE: 05716) is contemplated under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1), DLA is actively seeking other qualified manufacturing and supply sources. The goal is to identify potential for future competitive or small business set-aside efforts. Responses are due by February 2, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This SSS aims to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources for critical spares and frequency converters required for the Patriot Missile System in Bahrain. The items will be placed on an existing indefinite delivery requirements contract (SPRRA225D0016). An attached Excel spreadsheet, "RFP_Bahrain Critical Spares and Frequency Converters_Parts List.xlsx", provides a complete list of required part numbers, nomenclature/description, and quantities, which is crucial for potential vendors to review for sourcing and pricing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336414 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing)
- Solicitation Number: SPRRA2-26-R-0045
- Set-Aside: None specified for this SSS; market research aims to identify potential for future set-asides for 8(a), small business, small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small business concerns.
- Response Due: February 2, 2026, 11:00 PM EST
- Published: January 28, 2026
- Contemplated Awardee: Raytheon (sole source)
Key Requirements for Interested Parties
Firms that possess the ability to produce the required items are encouraged to identify themselves. Contractors must meet pre-qualification requirements and be capable of successfully performing all special requirements, including recurring and nonrecurring engineering services, manufacturing, supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, material forecasting, obsolescence issues, and final delivery. Interested parties are also encouraged to seek source approval to compete for future solicitations.
Important Note
This SSS is for informational and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue one. Responses are not offers, and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available for the preparation of responses.