TRANSPONDER,SONAR
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) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for the new manufacture of TRANSPONDER,SONAR (NSN 5845-015442032). This effort aims to identify qualified sources capable of producing an estimated 74-300 units of the sonar transponder. Responses are due by March 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the new manufacture of TRANSPONDER,SONAR, including:
- Procurement/manufacture of component parts.
- Inspection, testing, preservation/packaging, and shipping.
- Supply chain management, logistics planning, and forecasting production requirements.
- Addressing long-lead time parts procurement and diminishing manufacturing sources/material shortage issues.
- Shipping serviceable assets. The estimated requirement is a minimum of 74 and a maximum of 300 units. Four approved sources currently exist: GE AVIATION SYSTEMS LLC, ELECTRODYNAMICS INC, DUKANE SEACOM, INC., and RADIANT POWER CORP.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: 5845 (Underwater Sound Equipment)
- NAICS: 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: None specified (potential for Small Business set-aside or Full and Open Competition)
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, by email to Montana.Kipp@dla.mil
- Published: February 25, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should provide:
- Organization name, address, email, website, telephone number, and size/type of ownership.
- Tailored capability statements with documentation supporting organizational and staff capability.
- If subcontracting/teaming is anticipated, address the administrative and management structure.
Additional Notes
This is a market research effort and not a solicitation. The government will not assume financial responsibility for any costs incurred by respondents. Drawings, Technical Orders, and Qualification Requirements are not available. Responses will help determine the procurement method, which may include a Small Business set-aside or Full and Open Competition. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided.