Sources Sought Announcement for RF-3134-AT003 Antenna

SOL #: DLA-Aberdeen-26-036Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA LAND AT ABERDEEN
ABER PROV GRD, MD, 21005, United States

Place of Performance

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

Antennas, Waveguide, And Related Equipment (5985)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 18, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 3, 2026, 9:00 PM

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)-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center (ILSC), is conducting a Sources Sought to identify capable sources for the RF-3134-AT003 Antenna. This market research aims to determine industry capabilities for supplying this critical component for the AN/PRC-150 and AN/PRC-160 radio systems. Responses are due by April 3, 2026.

Scope of Requirement

The requirement is for an on-the-move, vehicular-mounted, High Frequency (HF) Full Loop Antenna, specifically NSN: 5985-01-590-8364, NOMENCLATURE: Antenna, PART NUMBER: RF-3134-AT003, and CAGE: 14304. This antenna supports transmission of communications on Harris AN/PRC-150 and AN/PRC-160 radio systems. The Government does not possess the Technical Data Package (TDP) for these parts, and it is not available for release. This item was previously procured under contract SPRBL1-20-D-0061.

Purpose of Sources Sought

This is a market research effort, not a Request for Quote or Proposal, and will not result in a contract award. The information gathered will be used to:

  • Determine if responsible sources exist.
  • Assess if the effort can be competitive and/or set aside for Small Business.
  • Inform future acquisition strategy decisions.

Response Requirements

Interested sources must submit information demonstrating their capabilities to supply this item. At a minimum, responses should include:

  • A completed Contractor Questionnaire (provided as an attachment).
  • Information supporting technical capabilities for manufacturing or supplying components of similar complexity and functionality.
  • Company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contact with email and telephone number.

Key Elements from Contractor Questionnaire:

  • Company Summary & Core Competencies
  • Past Performance in manufacturing/supplying similar items
  • Engineering Staff Qualifications relevant to the technology
  • Test Equipment Experience
  • Obsolescence Management processes and tools
  • Alternative Identification experience for unavailable materials
  • Delivery Capability to meet US Government requirements
  • Government Preference Compliance
  • Product Stock information
  • Supply Chain Concerns and mitigation steps

Timeline & Contacts

All inquiries and responses must be submitted via email. No phone inquiries will be accepted.

People

Points of Contact

Zachary SchulzPRIMARY
Zachary.j.schulz2.ctr@army.mil

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