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) Aviation is preparing to issue a Presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for TRANSPONDER,SONAR (NSN: 5845-015442032). This unrestricted procurement will establish a 5-year base period contract. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued on March 17, 2026, with offers due by April 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of TRANSPONDER,SONAR units, identified by NSN 5845-015442032. The item is classified as a critical application and hazardous material, requiring a Government First Article Test (FAT). Higher-level quality requirements apply. The estimated annual demand is 300 units, with minimum and maximum delivery order quantities of 74 EA and 300 EA, respectively. FOB and Inspection/Acceptance are at Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Solicitation Issue Date: March 17, 2026
- Closing Date: April 17, 2026
- Published: March 2, 2026
- Payment: Progress Payments are not authorized. Certified Cost and Pricing Data may be required.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a combination of factors, with Price, Past Performance, and Delivery being equally weighted. The Supplier Performance Risk System will be applied.
Submission & Additional Notes
This request is for written quotes. All responsible sources may submit an offer. The solicitation will be available via DLA Internet Bid Board Systems (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP on the issue date. Suppliers must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov and maintain annual updates.
Contact: Montana Kipp, Montana.Kipp@dla.mil, 804-279-3594.