JTE Radar Transmitter
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 is conducting market research for a JTE Radar Transmitter (NSN: 5840-01-656-4618, P/N: A9070-060702). This combined Request for Information (RFI) and Synopsis aims to identify capable sources, enhance competition, and improve small business access to acquisition information. Responses are due April 1, 2025.
Scope of Requirement
The Government requires 9 units of the JTE Radar Transmitter, with an estimated delivery by October 14, 2027. This requirement is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1), citing that supplies are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources. The Government does not own the necessary data rights, and it has been deemed uneconomical to acquire the data or reverse engineer the part. Specifications, plans, or drawings are incomplete or unavailable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Not expected to be set-aside for small businesses
- Response Due: April 1, 2025 (05:59 AM UTC)
- Published Date: March 16, 2026 (This appears to be a re-posting or update date, the response date is earlier.)
- Estimated Quantity: 9 EA
- Estimated Delivery: On or Before October 14, 2027
- Contracting Office: DLA Aviation, Hill AFB, UT
Key Information for Bidders
All responsible sources are invited to submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. While the Government is not planning to use commercial item policies (FAR Part 12), interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. One or more items under this acquisition are subject to Free Trade Agreements.
Technical Data & Subcontracting
An Engineering Data List (EDL) (document EDL.pdf) confirms that technical data, specifically drawing A9070-060702 for a Pulse Magnetron Transmitter, is furnished with the solicitation. Bidders should review this document to understand the technical data package. Small business firms interested in subcontracting opportunities are encouraged to contact Applied System Engineering (CAGE 3Z966).
Important Note
This is not a Request for Proposal or an Invitation for Bid and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to contract. The Government will not pay for information submitted. For inquiries, contact Michelle Mihu at michelle.mihu@us.af.mil.