RECEIVER,INFRARED
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), specifically DLA Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of RECEIVER, INFRARED units. This amendment extends the solicitation closing date to February 25, 2026. The infrared receiver is a critical component of the 5"/54-Caliber Gun Mount MK45.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the manufacture and delivery of RECEIVER, INFRARED units. Key requirements include adherence to specific manufacturing and design specifications (drawing 5363459 and associated documents), physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-130, and compliance with a higher-level inspection standard (ISO9001). The contractor will be responsible for all inspection requirements, maintaining an inspection/quality system acceptable to the Government (MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Amendment)
- Item: RECEIVER, INFRARED (Product Service Code: 5865 - Electronic Countermeasures)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Amendment Published: January 30, 2026
Requirements & Instructions
- Technical Data: Drawings or technical data are not available for this item.
- Manufacturing: Must meet material and physical requirements per drawing 5363459 and associated specifications.
- Testing: Requires First Article Test (FAT) and Production Lot Test, including prior approval of test procedures and contractor testing.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973 Short Form procedures with specific tailoring notes.
- Qualification: Components must be manufactured by a Government Qualified Products List (QPL) supplier.
- Government Furnished Material: Master Phototools (Artwork) for drawing 5181688 will be provided. Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) - Transmitter Assembly, Infrared Light, Modulated (P/N 5181698, NSN 7H-5850-01-168-8212) is available and must be returned.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
- Submissions: Electronic submittal of Receiving Report and Invoices through PIEE-WAWF is required. Quotes must specify any exceptions to solicitation requirements. If not the manufacturer, offerors must state the OEM (cage code) and part number.
- Authorized Distributors: Only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item will be considered; proof on company letterhead is required with the offer.
Additional Notes
Changes to production facilities are restricted and require Contracting Officer approval, potentially incurring a $250 administrative cost. Offerors are encouraged to provide contact information to NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg for automated notifications.