Detector, Ice
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, in coordination with the 422nd SCMS, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the procurement of Ice Detectors (NSN: 6340-01-184-8930RK, P/N: 96290050-000). This Sources Sought notice aims to determine if the requirement can be competitively bid or set aside for small businesses. Responses are due February 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the manufacturing and supply of approximately 24 spare units. Key responsibilities include:
- Manufacturing of the specified ice detector and its component parts.
- Inspection, testing, preservation, packaging, and shipping.
- Supply chain management, logistics planning, and managing diminishing manufacturing sources.
- This is a new spares buy; there is no repair requirement associated with this notice.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Estimated Quantity: 24 units
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all business sizes for research purposes)
- Response Due: February 17, 2026
- Published: February 9, 2026
Technical Requirements
Potential sources are required to complete a Source Approval Request (SAR) package as specified in the Qualification Requirements (QR). Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) and Engineering Data Lists (EDL) are referenced in the documentation. Engineering drawings must be requested via email from the Tinker AFB public release office.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation. Interested vendors should select "ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS" on SAM.gov and submit capability information to the 422nd SCMS workflow.