BEACON DISTRESS
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) plans to issue a solicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for BEACON DISTRESS (NSN: 5821-016171008, P/N EBC-406APHM-SB). This procurement is unrestricted and seeks written offers for a 5-year base period. The solicitation is expected to be issued on February 11, 2026, with offers due by March 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of BEACON DISTRESS units, specifically ROANWELL, LLC 82872 P/N EBC-406APHM-SB.
- Estimated Annual Demand: 19 EA
- Minimum Delivery Order Quantity: 10 EA
- Maximum Delivery Order Quantity: 19 EA
- FOB: Origin
- Inspection/Acceptance: Destination
- Delivery Schedule: 192 DARO This is identified as a critical application item.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Solicitation Issue Date: February 11, 2026
- Offer Closing Date: March 12, 2026
- Published Date: January 26, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a combination of factors, with Price, Past Performance, and Delivery equally weighted. Certified Cost and Pricing Data may be required. The Supplier Performance Risk System applies.
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be available via DLA Internet Bid Board Systems (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP on the issue date. A paper copy will not be available. Suppliers must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and maintain annual updates.