Inertial Navigation Unit
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 LAND WARREN) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for Inertial Navigation Units (INU with case), NSN 6605-01-578-7163. The agency anticipates awarding a new 5-Year Long Term Contract for this requirement. Responses are due by April 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Inertial Navigation Units (INU with case), specifically Part Numbers 13023681 and 13050773. The estimated quantity ranges from a minimum of 18 EA to a maximum of 438 EA. This item is currently a source-controlled item, sole-sourced to Honeywell Inc. (CAGE Code: 0BFA5). The Government currently lacks the pertinent technical data, including detailed drawings, necessary for competitive procurement. Honeywell Inc. is identified as the only source with the requisite technical and engineering expertise to provide INUs that meet design space requirements and Critical Item Product Function Specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research for a potential 5-Year Long Term Contract
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 21, 2026
- Published: April 6, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is for planning purposes to identify sources capable of providing the requirement. Qualification testing and evaluation are required to become an approved source. Source approval does not guarantee business but provides the opportunity to compete on future solicitations.
Additional Notes
This notice is not an open solicitation (i.e., Invitation for Bid or Request for Proposal). Technical data is available for this item. Interested parties should reference the Source Approval Program for more information, located at: https://tacom.army.mil/ombudsman.