5 Year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Contract for Radio Frequency Amplifier NSN
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) Weapons Support Mechanicsburg is planning to issue a 5-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for a Radio Frequency Amplifier (NSN: 5996 015575337, Part Number: DB-5601). The government intends to sole source this requirement under FAR 6.302-1 due to proprietary data limitations, but invites all responsible sources to identify their interest and capability. Responses are due by May 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of a specific Radio Frequency Amplifier (NSN: 5996 015575337, Part Number: DB-5601). The government has determined it does not own the necessary data or rights to purchase/repair this part from additional sources, and it is uneconomical to buy the data or reverse engineer the part.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a 5-year IDIQ contract
- Set-Aside: None specified (intent to sole source, but open to challenges)
- Response Due: May 6, 2026, by 4:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 6, 2026
Market Survey Details
A market survey is being conducted to identify alternate products that are form, fit, and functionally compatible. Suppliers are requested to provide information on:
- Item availability and commercial status (commercial or COTS per FAR 2.101(b))
- Catalog/price listing availability and submission
- Quantity ranges for better pricing and normal delivery times
- Inventory maintenance and FOB Origin acceptability
- Company size, structure, and manufacturer details
- Capability to provide cost or pricing data for contracts over $750,000
- Dominant materials, last manufactured date, and minimum delivery order quantity/dollar value
- Willingness to accept option years with an Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clause
Submission Instructions
Interested parties should identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. Responses to the market survey should be completed and returned via email by the closing date. All proposals received within 45 days of the publication date will be considered by the Government for this notice of intent.