Part numbers for IBAS Weapon System, Sole Source to DRS
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 has published a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole-source contract with Leonardo DRS and its affiliates. This J&A seeks authority to negotiate and award a single umbrella requirements contract for supplies, performance-based supply chain management, and logistics support, including repair and remanufacturing of components for the Improved Bradley Acquisition Subsystem (IBAS) and Driver's Vision Enhancer (DVE) System.
Scope of Work
The contract will cover the provision of specific part numbers for the IBAS Weapon System, as well as repair and remanufacturing services for weapon system components. This support is intended for requirements generated by the Air Force, Army, Navy, DLA, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
- Published: March 3, 2026
- Place of Performance: Melbourne, FL, United States
- Product/Service Code: 5961 - Semiconductor Devices And Associated Hardware
Justification
Leonardo DRS is identified as the sole manufacturer possessing the proprietary technical data required for these components. Market research, including a sources sought notice, did not identify other potential sources capable of meeting the requirements. This J&A supports the negotiation and award of a contract to DRS due to their unique position as the only responsible source.
Additional Notes
While this is a sole-source justification, the government intends to include subcontracting plan clauses in the resulting contract. Interested parties seeking potential subcontracting opportunities should monitor for future announcements or reach out to the prime contractor, Leonardo DRS, once the contract is awarded.
Contacts
- Primary: Mari Bretz (hecmari.bretz@dla.mil)
- Secondary: Becky Brady (becky.brady@dla.mil)