MICROPHONE,DYNAMIC

SOL #: CM26124009Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA LAND AND MARITIME

COLUMBUS, OH, 43218-3990, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310)

PSC

Headsets, Handsets, Microphones And Speakers (5965)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/95b2354ad90349f88bb8f67cb37eed62/view

Timeline

Posted

May 15, 2026

Response Deadline

May 25, 2026, 7:00 PM

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) Weapons Support-Columbus is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for a potential Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) for Dynamic Microphones (NSN 5965-01-233-0771). This notice is not a solicitation for proposals but aims to identify qualified businesses capable of supplying this item. DLA intends to solicit and contract with only approved sources under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) due to incomplete and unrestrictive technical data. Responses to the market survey are due by May 25, 2026.

Purpose & Scope

This Sources Sought notice is for informational and planning purposes only, intended strictly for market research. The government seeks to gather information regarding the availability and capability of qualified businesses to execute this potential contract. The acquisition is for supplies where the Government does not possess complete and unrestrictive technical data, necessitating contracting with approved sources.

Item of Interest

The requirement is for MICROPHONE, DYNAMIC (NSN 5965-01-233-0771). Specifications include:

BASIC SPEC NR: MIL-PRF-26542F(2), REVISION NR F DTD 05/03/2022, PART PIECE NUMBER: M169A/AIC
REFERENCE SPEC NR: MIL-PRF-26542/12C(1) NOT 1, REVISION NR C DTD 05/04/2022, PART PIECE NUMBER: M169A/AIC Drawings and specifications are available via cFolders by querying CM26124009 or MR 012330771.

Information Requested

DLA is requesting information from potential suppliers via an attached market survey questionnaire. Key areas include:

Company details (manufacturer/distributor status, size, socio-economic group).
Commercial availability, sales history, pricing, and availability of drawings/data.
Interest in pursuing an IDC and preferred contract structure (base/option periods).
Delivery capabilities (maximum quantity, minimum order, best delivery time).
Potential impact of guaranteed minimums on pricing and quantity/price breaks.

Potential Contract Details

The anticipated acquisition is for an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC), also known as an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). These contracts typically feature a one (1) to three (3) year base period with options for two (2) to four (4) years. Quantities will be estimated based on historical and forecasted demands, with a guaranteed minimum order value.