JTE Radar Transmitter
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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Original Source
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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 at Ogden, UT has issued a solicitation (SPRHA4-26-R-0514) for the acquisition of JTE Radar Transmitters (NSN: 5840-01-656-4618, P/N: A9070-060702). This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources, with Applied Systems Engineering (CAGE 3Z966) identified as the sole currently qualified source. Other vendors may bid if their parts are manufactured by a qualified source, or they can pursue qualification. Proposals are due May 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for JTE TRANSMITTER, RADAR (Item 0001), which includes a metal enclosure with electronic components and an electron tube. Additionally, a Counterfeit Prevention Plan (Item 0002) is required. The contract involves adherence to stringent manufacturing specifications, detailed packaging instructions, and unique identification (UID) requirements.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (SPRHA4-26-R-0514)
- Agency: DLA Aviation at Ogden, UT (Department of Defense)
- Product Service Code: 5840 (Radar Equipment, Except Airborne)
- Restriction: Restricted to qualified sources; Applied Systems Engineering (CAGE 3Z966) is the sole qualified source.
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price for Item 0001.
- Proposal Due: May 4, 2026, 11:59 PM (Offers must be held firm for 120 days).
- Published Date: April 3, 2026
Qualification Requirements
Vendors desiring to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package. This process involves:
- Notifying the government of intent to qualify.
- Certifying access to required manufacturing, inspection, and testing facilities.
- Verifying a complete data package, including Northrup Grumman Amherst Systems drawing A9070-060702.
- Demonstrating compliance with quality, performance, and environmental evaluations.
- Submitting a qualification test plan/procedure and a test report.
- Providing a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation. Estimated qualification costs are $39,000.00, with an estimated 180 days for engineering support. Offerors must be fully qualified before contract award, and the award will not be delayed for qualification. Waiver criteria for source qualification are available.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be received by the specified due date. The primary evaluation factor is Price or Cost. Bidders must ensure compliance with all technical data, manufacturing instructions, and packaging requirements. A Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CDRL A005) is required 30 days after contract award, adhering to SAE AS5553.
Additional Notes
- Packaging: Detailed Special Packaging Instructions (SPI) and a Statement of Work (SOW) for military packaging (MIL-STD-2073, MIL-STD-129, ISPM 15) are provided.
- Engineering Data: Engineering instructions for manufacture (P/N: A9070-060702) require strict adherence; substitutions or deviations need prior approval. Unique Identification (UID) per MIL-STD-130 is mandatory.
- Export Control: Unmarked engineering data should be treated as "DISTRIBUTION D" (DoD and US DoD contractors only) due to strict export control regulations.
- Contact: Michelle Mihu (michelle.mihu@us.af.mil)