TRANSMITTER SUBASSE (26-R-0265)
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 at Ogden, UT has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the procurement of a Transmitter Subassembly (NSN/PN: 5840-01-617-0146 / 62704-1). This justification, published on June 4, 2026, supports a sole-source acquisition due to proprietary data and the absence of other qualified sources after market research. The estimated value for this acquisition is over $900,000 and not exceeding $20,000,000.
Purpose & Justification
This document justifies the acquisition of three (3) "Transmitter, Sub assembly" units under statutory authority 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which permits acquisition from only one or a limited number of sources. Market research, including a Sources Sought notice posted on SAM.gov on December 30, 2025, commercial catalog reviews, and procurement history, indicated that no other sources could satisfy the agency's need for this proprietary item. The government does not possess the necessary engineering data to reverse engineer the item, and the contractor is unwilling to sell it.
Scope of Work
- Item: Transmitter, Sub assembly (NSN/PN: 5840-01-617-0146 / 62704-1)
- Quantity: 3 units
- Product Service Code: 5840 (Radar Equipment, Except Airborne)
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Options: The contract may include options for increased quantity or to extend the term.
- Estimated Value: Over $900,000 and not exceeding $20,000,000.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: Not applicable as this is a sole source justification.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Johnny Wakefield
- Email: johnny.wakefield.2@us.af.mil
- Phone: 3855913547