RECEIVER-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 at Oklahoma City, OK has issued a Presolicitation for RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER spares (NSN: 5820-01-431-3579FW, PN: 822 3616-001) for the B-2 aircraft. This acquisition will not be set aside and is justified as a limited source acquisition under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). While not a request for competition, proposals received within 45 days of the synopsis publication will be considered. The estimated closing date for responses is July 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 23 each of the RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER, which provides half-duplex data transmission and reception of FSK modulated UHF radio frequency signals compatible with AFSATCOM and MILSTAR IIR satellites. The item is constructed from aluminum alloy housing and various electronic components. The end item application is the B-2 aircraft. Required delivery is on or before September 8, 2027, to destination SW3211.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0192)
- Estimated Issue Date: June 30, 2026
- Estimated Closing/Response Date: July 30, 2026
- Published Date: June 15, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (Not set aside)
- Required Delivery: On or before September 8, 2027
- Qualified Sources: Rockwell Collins, INC. (CAGE: 13499)
Key Information & Requirements
- Data Rights: The Government does not own the data or rights needed to manufacture this item. Firms are encouraged to contact the OEM (Rockwell Collins, INC.) to inquire about data or rights.
- Competition: This notice of intent is not a request for competition. However, all proposals received within 45 days after the publication date of this synopsis will be considered. The decision not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion.
- Evaluation: While price will be a significant factor, the final award decision may be based on a combination of price and past performance.
- Commercial Items: The Government is not using Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items. Interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
- Qualification Requirements: None exist.
- Export Control: No export control requirements.
- Electronic Procedures: Solicitation will be available for download only at www.sam.gov; hardcopies will not be sent.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this synopsis or subsequent solicitation should be directed to Dana Kaiser at dana.kaiser@us.af.mil or (385) 591-3150. An Ombudsman is available for concerns at (405) 855-3552 (do not call for solicitation requests).