RECEIVER,INFRARED
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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) Mechanicsburg has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of RECEIVER,INFRARED components, which are part of the 5"/54-Caliber Gun Mount MK45. This opportunity requires manufacturing and quality assurance in accordance with detailed specifications and drawings. The latest amendment extends the proposal due date to April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the manufacture of RECEIVER,INFRARED components, adhering to material and physical requirements specified in drawing 5363459 (cage 53711) and all associated drawings and specifications. Key aspects include:
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Testing: Mandatory First Article Test (FAT) procedures and approval, as well as Production Lot Test (PLT) procedures and approval. FAT will be non-destructive on one unit. 100% production testing is required for PLT.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973 Short Form procedures, with specific tailoring notes provided.
- Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Transmitter Assembly, Infrared Light, Modulated (P/N 5181698, NSN 7H-5850-01-168-8212) is available as GFE and must be returned upon contract completion. Master Phototools for drawing 5181688 will also be provided.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, at 4:30 PM local time.
- Published: May 5, 2026 (latest amendment posting date).
- Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Mechanicsburg.
- Place of Performance: Washington Navy Yard, DC.
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
- Authorized Distributors: Only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item will be considered for award; proof must be submitted with the offer.
- QPL Components: The item contains components that must be manufactured by a Government Qualified Products List (QPL) supplier.
- Inspection System: Contractors must maintain an inspection/quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.
- Clause Revisions: The latest amendment revises clauses 52.204-7, 52.204-13, 52.209-6, and 52.209-11, and deletes several others (52.204-23, 52.204-25, 52.204-27, 252.204-7007, 52.204-8, 52.204-24, 52.204-26, 52.204-29).
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact DAVID.T.SEROTKIN@DLA.MIL or call 614-693-5348.