COMBINER ASSEMBLY
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 through a Sources Sought synopsis to identify interested and capable parties for the new manufacture of COMBINER ASSEMBLY (NSN 1270-01-193-8807). The current approved source is QIOPTIQ LIMITED K6111 P/N 059476S. This market research will inform the procurement method, which may include a small business set-aside or full and open competition. Responses are due by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
Potential sources must be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities, and equipment for the new manufacture of the item. This includes procurement/manufacture of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping. Additionally, sources may be responsible for supply chain management, logistics planning, forecasting production, long-lead time parts procurement, addressing diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages, and shipping serviceable assets. The specific requirement is for P/N 059476S, COMBINER ASSEMBLY, NSN 1270-01-193-8807, with an estimated requirement of MIN 9 and MAX 34 units. The applicable NAICS code is 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Purpose: To determine procurement method (potential small business set-aside or full and open competition).
- Response Due: March 16, 2026
- Published: March 12, 2026
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research.
Submission Requirements
Interested organizations should provide:
- Organization name, address, email, website, telephone number, and size/type of ownership.
- Tailored capability statements addressing the effort's particulars, with supporting documentation.
- If subcontracting or teaming is anticipated, address the administrative and management structure.
Evaluation
The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to:
- Provide services consistent in scope and scale.
- Secure and apply corporate financial, human capital, and technical resources.
- Implement a successful project management plan (compliance, cost containment, performance tracking, personnel, risk mitigation).
- Provide services under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and the government assumes no financial responsibility for response costs. Drawings, technical orders, and qualification requirements are not available. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Contact: Montana Kipp at Montana.Kipp@dla.mil.