Power Supply - Sources Sought
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), Redstone Arsenal, AL, is conducting market research through this Sources Sought Synopsis to identify potential manufacturing/supply sources for a POWER SUPPLY (NSN: 6120-01-723-1692, Part Number: 13646197-10) for the PATRIOT weapon system. This effort aims to determine if future acquisitions can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. Responses are due May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The DLA is seeking qualified sources for the acquisition of the specified power supply. This part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Currently, this acquisition is procured under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) as a sole-source requirement due to existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge held by approved source(s).
Firms must be capable of successfully performing and complying with all special requirements, including recurring and nonrecurring engineering services to become a qualified source. Contractors will be responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing/production process, including supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, long-lead parts procurement, material forecasting, obsolescence issues, and final delivery.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Synopsis (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 335311 (Size Standard: 800 employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified; however, the Government is interested in all businesses, including 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small business concerns.
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: May 1, 2026, 5:15 PM ET
Additional Notes
This is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or promise to issue one. No funds are available for response preparation. This acquisition involves export-controlled technical data restricted by the Arms Export Control Act. Offerors and their sources of supply must possess an active United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification to access this data. Firms interested in competing for future solicitations are encouraged to seek source approval via AvMC's public website: https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/TechDataMgmt.