Interface Unit, Comm
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 Huntsville, AL is issuing a presolicitation for a 5-year indefinite delivery requirement (IDR) firm-fixed price contract for Interface Unit, Comm (NSN: 5895-01-620-0313, Part Number: 70600-01820-104), applicable to the CH-47 Chinook weapon system. This acquisition is currently restricted to Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (CAGE: 78286) and Telephonics Corporation (CAGE: 78711) due to proprietary data. However, firms capable of producing this item are encouraged to identify themselves and seek source approval to compete for future solicitations.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a minimum quantity of 400 units and an estimated maximum of 2000 units over five years, with forecasted annual quantities of 400 units. Deliveries will be made to Tobyhanna, PA 18466-5059. The Production Lead Time (PLT) without a first article test (FAT) is 420 days after contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: 5-year Indefinite Delivery Requirement (IDR) Firm-Fixed Price Contract
- Set-Aside: None specified (currently restricted to specific sources)
- Estimated Response Due: March 20, 2026
- Published: March 5, 2026
Requirements & Restrictions
This acquisition involves technical data restricted by the Arms Export Control Act and the Export Administration Act, requiring prior government approval for release outside the United States. All offerors and their sources of supply must possess an active United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) Certification to access export-controlled data; DLA will not delay award for JCP application. All offerors must meet prequalification requirements. Firms are encouraged to seek source approval via the AVMC public website: https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/TechDataMgmt.
Contact Information
Direct all requests and communication to Erica Allen, Contract Specialist, DLA-AHAB at Erica.Allen@dla.mil. Telephone requests will not be accepted. For solicitation requests, provide your name, company name, CAGE Code, and telephone number.