SWITCH,PROXIMITY

Quick Summary

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA has issued a solicitation for Proximity Switches (P/N 2056AS0555-3, CROV Position Sensor). This is a Critical Safety Item (CSI) essential for crucial shipboard aircraft launch and recovery systems, requiring engineering source approval by the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). Only companies with prior source approval are eligible for award, though new companies may submit a source approval request. Proposals are due by May 1, 2026.

Scope of Work

This contract involves the manufacture, testing, and inspection of proximity switches according to specified drawings (e.g., 2056AS0555-3) and referenced specifications. The item's critical designation mandates special control procedures. Key requirements include:

• Compliance with MIL-STD-130 for markings.
• Development of a system for individual piece part traceability.
• Manufacturing and testing in accordance with drawing 2056AS0555-3 and the NAWCAD Lakehurst drawing package.
• Contractor responsibility for all necessary manufacturing aids (fixtures, jigs, tooling, test equipment).

Quality Assurance & Testing

Due to the critical nature of this item, rigorous quality assurance and testing protocols are required:

• Pre-award survey and post-award conference may be necessary for new manufacturers.
• Interim Inspections: Required at the contractor's location for P/N 2056AS0555-3, including witness of continuity checks.
• ALRE CSI Parts Certification: Requires Material Identification Code (MIC) application.
• Contractor Assist: Offerors must provide adequate facilities, equipment, and skilled personnel to support NAWCADLKE inspectors during interim and final inspections.
• Government Surveillance: NAWCADLKE QA representatives have the option to conduct surveillance for the first lot and subsequent lots. Contractors must provide 14 days' notice for surveillance visits and 7 days' notice for interim inspections.
• Mandatory Inspection: 100% Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) mandatory inspection at source by the cognizant DCMAO Quality Assurance Representative (QAR).
• First Article Testing (FAT): Required for one uncoated unit, involving 100% inspection of all critical, major, and minor dimensions. A FAT report is due within 15 calendar days of testing.
• FAT Waiver: A waiver may be granted for offerors who have previously supplied identical production articles accepted by the Government or OEM within three years, provided the production location is the same. Offerors requesting a waiver must submit two prices.
• Final Inspection: Requires 14 days' notification to the buying office and NAWC Lakehurst QA.

Contract Details

• Opportunity Type: Solicitation
• Product Service Code: 5930 (Switches)
• Set-Aside: None specified
• Agency: Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, PA)
• Response Due: May 1, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
• Published Date: April 3, 2026
• Contact: ELIZABETH.CHESEBRO@DLA.MIL, Phone: 215-737-8600. Email is specified for facsimile proposals.

Additional Notes

This solicitation highlights the critical nature of the material, which is integral to crucial shipboard systems for aircraft launch and recovery. The use of incorrect or defective material could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems/aircraft. All records pertaining to ALRE CSI/CAI manufacture and inspection/test must be maintained for seven years.