RELAY, ELECTROMAGNET
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) Land and Maritime is conducting market research for RELAY, ELECTROMAGNET (NSN 5945) to identify qualified companies for a potential 1-5 year Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). This is a Sources Sought notice, not a request for quote or proposal. Responses, including a capabilities statement, market survey questionnaire, and NSN spreadsheet, are due by April 9, 2026.
Purpose
This market research, conducted in accordance with FAR Part 10, aims to gather information from potential suppliers to inform a future solicitation. The DLA is considering an IQC for the listed NSN(s) and will use responses to develop a realistic and beneficial solicitation, which may be issued under FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) or FAR Part 15 (Contracting by Negotiations).
Scope of Interest
The opportunity focuses on the supply of RELAY, ELECTROMAGNET components. The potential IQC could range from 1 to 5 years in length. The attached spreadsheet details specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs), nomenclature, approved sources, part numbers, and estimated annual demand quantities (ADQs).
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit a brief capabilities statement demonstrating their ability to provide the items. This statement should include:
- Company name, address, point of contact, telephone, fax, and email.
- Company DUNS, CAGE Code, business size, and socio-economic classification.
- Manufacturer's name and part number of the product to be supplied.
- Brochures, descriptive literature, and proof of commerciality (e.g., commercial invoices showing sales history to non-government entities) if applicable.
Respondents must also complete the attached Market Research LTC Questionnaire and the Market Research LTC Spreadsheet NSN info.xlsx. The questionnaire covers company information, business size, interest in long-term contracts, cost/pricing data, commerciality, and delivery capabilities. The spreadsheet requires contractors to provide pricing, delivery estimates, and confirm manufacturer status for specific NSNs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DLA LAND AND MARITIME
- Product Service Code: 5945 (Relays And Solenoids)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 9, 2026, by 03:59 AM EST
- Published: April 1, 2026
- Contact: Edwin Caraballo (edwin.caraballo@dla.mil)
Additional Notes
This is a Request for Information (RFI) for market research purposes only and is not an offer. The Government will not reimburse respondents for submission costs. Negative responses, including reasons for not participating, are also requested within the timeframe to aid in determining the feasibility of a Long-Term Contract acquisition.