Down Converter, BIT Limiter for the B-52H AN/ALQ-172
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 at Warner Robins, GA, is soliciting proposals for urgent quantities of Down Converters and Electrical Limiters for the B-52H AN/ALQ-172 AN/ALQ-172. This requirement is being pursued as a sole-source action under FAR 6.302-1, intended as a modification to an existing contract (SPRWA125D0005). Proposals are due March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Request for Proposal (RFP) is for additional, urgent quantities of specific electronic warfare components:
- CLIN 0001: NSN 5895-01-498-1190 EW (DOWN CONVERTER) - 36 each
- CLIN 0002: NSN 5895-01-497-2529 EW (ELECTRICAL LIMITER) - 61 each
These items are required to support Priority B rated requirements, with an emphasis on expedited delivery.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFP) for contract modification
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, 4:00 PM Z
- Published: February 19, 2026, 8:12 PM Z
- Product Service Code: 5895 (Miscellaneous Communication Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Goleta, CA, United States
Evaluation
This opportunity is issued under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source, indicating a non-competitive award to the incumbent vendor (contract SPRWA125D0005). Proposals are requested from the identified sole source to support the urgent requirements.
Additional Notes
This action is for additional, urgent quantities to be awarded via modification to the existing contract SPRWA125D0005. Expedited delivery is a critical requirement for these components.