Sources Sought Announcement for Procurement of Spare Parts for Common Sensor Payload (AN/AAS-53A), NSN 5855-01-641-5099.
ID: DLA-Aberdeen-25-052Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA LAND AT ABERDEENABER PROV GRD, MD, 21005, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

NIGHT VISION EQUIPMENT, EMITTED AND REFLECTED RADIATION (5855)
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking sources for the procurement of spare parts for the Common Sensor Payload (CSP), specifically NSN 5855-01-641-5099, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center. The procurement aims to acquire various components essential for the CSP, which is a multi-sensor Electro-Optic Infrared Sensor designed for reconnaissance, intelligence, surveillance, and target acquisition, capable of operating in diverse conditions. Interested suppliers must demonstrate their capability to manufacture or supply the listed parts, including providing documentation such as a contractor questionnaire, technical drawings, and past performance references. Responses are due by May 9, 2025, and should be directed to the primary contact, Dalton Butterfield, at dalton.j.butterfield.civ@mail.mil, or the secondary contact, Philip Winter, at philip.j.winter.civ@army.mil.

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    The Contractor Questionnaire aims to collect essential information from companies seeking to engage in government contracts, focusing on their capacity to manufacture or supply specific items. It requests a summary of the company's core competencies and relevant contact details, including identification numbers like CAGE and DUNS. The questionnaire emphasizes the company's past performance with contract references and points of contact for validation, alongside the qualifications of engineering staff related to similar products. Additionally, it explores the company's experience in dealing with obsolescence issues and the management of test equipment for complex components. Crucially, companies are asked to discuss their processes for ensuring compliance with U.S. Government delivery requirements and to identify any supply chain concerns that could jeopardize their ability to meet deadlines. The purpose of this document is to facilitate a thorough evaluation of potential contractors by assessing their expertise, reliability, and capacity to adapt to dynamic challenges in the supply chain. This questionnaire reflects essential pre-requisites in government Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and grants by ensuring that selected contractors can effectively meet demands and deliver quality products on time.
    The document outlines the procedures for requesting Technical Data Packages (TDPs) related to a specific acquisition, emphasizing compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All requests for TDPs must be submitted within seven days to a designated Defense Logistics Agency email. Companies seeking TDP access must be registered in the Joint Certification Program (JCP) and complete a provided Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Essential documentation includes the company's DD2345 certification and CAGE verification from the System for Award Management (SAM). After receipt and verification of the NDA and JCP status, the TDP will be uploaded to the DoD SAFE site, granting secured access. It is critical that the NDA signatory matches the data custodian listed in JCP records. Overall, this communication provides specific instructions to ensure adherence to government regulations for handling sensitive defense-related information, highlighting the importance of regulatory compliance in responding to federal RFPs.
    The document outlines a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement associated with a Sources Sought Announcement for the procurement of spare parts for the Common Sensor Payload (AN/AAS-53A). It primarily focuses on the conditions under which technical data and computer software, designated as restricted by the government, can be used by the Recipient. Key provisions include the stipulation that data marked for government purposes may only be used for such and requires prior written permission for disclosures outside the Recipient's subcontractors and suppliers. It emphasizes compliance with detailed operating procedures and security measures to protect this sensitive information from unauthorized access. The Recipient also agrees to indemnify the government against any liability relating to misuse of the data and must destroy or return the data by a specified date—April 23, 2026. The agreement serves to ensure that proprietary information remains confidential while allowing for governmental contract fulfillment, aligning with regulations to safeguard government interests in the RFP process. This approach underscores the seriousness of data management in federal procurement activities.
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