Electron Tube
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-Columbus is conducting market research for an Electron Tube (NSN: 5960-00-137-7692). This Sources Sought notice is not a request for quote or proposal but aims to identify interested parties and potential approved sources for a future Firm Fixed Price contract. The item's approved source is Communications & Power Industries (06980) P/N ML7715. Responses are due by May 13, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
This market research pertains to the procurement of an Electron Tube, NSN 5960-00-137-7692, with an anticipated quantity of 40 EA. Quantity pricing will be requested for ranges from 35 to 55 EA. Items will be shipped to a DLA stocking location.
Information Requested from Potential Suppliers
Respondents are asked to provide comprehensive information to assist DLA in creating a realistic solicitation. Key areas of interest include:
- Company Information: Name, CAGE code, size (large/small), number of employees, manufacturer/dealer/distributor status, and parent company details.
- Commercial Item Determination: Whether the item is commercial per FAR 2.101(b), including sales percentages, price lists, invoices, and technical data sheets.
- Pricing & Availability: Catalog/price list status, GSA Schedule inclusion, inventory status, estimated delivery schedules, incremental quantity breaks, and minimum order quantities.
- Technical & Manufacturing Data: Salient features, cost drivers, dominant materials/processes, unit size/weight, and manufacturing location.
- Contracting Preferences: Willingness to accept FOB Origin/Destination and Inspection/Acceptance at Origin/Destination.
- System for Award Management (SAM): Confirmation of SAM registration and willingness to update with the relevant NAICS code.
- Subcontracting & Cost/Pricing Data: Experience with subcontracting plans, active federal contracts, and capability/willingness to provide certified Cost or Pricing Data if required.
- Offer Intent: Willingness to submit an offer on a Firm Fixed Price contract.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 13, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
- Published: April 29, 2026
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research purposes only. Any information submitted is at the company's own expense, and the Government will not reimburse respondents. Failure to provide adequate cost or pricing data (if required for a future solicitation) may result in solicitation cancellation. Respondents will be placed on the solicitation mailing list. All responses should be sent via email to Christopher Wallace.