DECODER,COMMAND SIG - Sources Sought
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 to identify qualified manufacturing/supply sources for a DECODER,COMMAND SIG (NSN: 5895-01-526-1011, Part Number: 11469063), which supports the PATRIOT weapon system. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by May 20, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought is issued by DLA Aviation at Huntsville, AL, to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources for the specified DECODER,COMMAND SIG. The market research aims to determine if future efforts can be set aside for small businesses, and as a result, this requirement is currently designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The proposed North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 334290, with a corresponding size standard of 800 employees. The Government is interested in all small business concerns, including 8(a), small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small businesses.
Key Requirements
Firms must possess the ability to produce the required item and meet prequalification requirements. Contractors will be responsible for recurring and nonrecurring engineering services to become a qualified source. This includes all aspects of the manufacturing/production process, such as supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, material forecasting, obsolescence issues, and final asset delivery. Companies are encouraged to seek source approval by visiting AvMC's public website: https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/TechDataMgmt.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Synopsis (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 334290 (800 employees)
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, at 21:00 UTC
- Published: May 13, 2026
Important Notes
This is solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue one. Responses are not offers, and the Government is not obligated to award a contract. No funds are available for response preparation.