BEACON,SONAR
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 notice to identify interested and capable parties for the supply of BEACON,SONAR (NSN 5845-01-643-2316). This effort aims to determine the procurement method for future requirements. Responses are due by June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
Potential sources shall be capable of manufacturing new BEACON,SONAR units, specifically Part Numbers DK120-90 and DK120/90. This includes:
- Procurement/manufacture of component parts
- Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping
- Supply chain management, logistics planning, and forecasting
- Addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages
The estimated requirement is a minimum of 135 and a maximum of 521 units. There are two approved sources: RADIANT POWER CORP (P/N DK120-90) and DUKANE SEACOM, INC. (P/N DK120/90).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (No solicitation at this time)
- NAICS: 334290 (All Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: May be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition, based on responses.
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, by email to Montana.Kipp@dla.mil
- Published: May 29, 2026
Evaluation
Market information will be evaluated to assess potential market capacity to:
- Provide services consistent with the described scope and scale.
- Secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement a successful project management plan (including schedules, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel, and risk mitigation).
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Submission Requirements
Interested organizations should provide:
- Organization name, address, email, website, telephone, size, and type of ownership.
- Tailored capability statements with documentation supporting organizational and staff capabilities. If subcontracting/teaming is anticipated, address administrative and management structures.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only; it does not constitute a request for proposals. The government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred. Drawings, technical orders, and qualification requirements are not available. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.