Mount Telescope
ID: SPRDL1-25-R-0055Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA LAND WARRENWARREN, MI, 48397, USA

NAICS

Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing (336992)

PSC

OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/15ac545dc643436aa77cfe3c44f96d20/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 6, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due May 7, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Mount Telescopes, identified by NSN 6650-01-340-6082 and Government Part Number 9356166. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside and involves a five-year Indefinite-Quantity Indefinite-Delivery (IDIQ) contract, with a minimum guaranteed quantity of 69 units and a maximum of 2,274 units over the contract period. The telescopes are critical for military applications, and compliance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission licensing requirements is mandatory for contractors. Interested parties must submit their proposals by May 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST, and can contact Donald Merkle at donald.merkle@dla.mil or 586-335-8436 for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
donald merkle
(586) 335-8436
donald.merkle@dla.mil
Files
Title
Posted
Amendment SPRDL125R0055-0001.pdf
Apr 6, 2025, 6:03 PM UTC
This document is an amendment to Solicitation SPRDL1-25-R-0055 issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) detailing changes to the proposal process for a supply contract. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the submission deadline for offers from April 15, 2025, to May 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. The amendment outlines the protocols for contractors to acknowledge receipt of this change, which is crucial to avoid rejection of their offers. It confirms that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment is a standard procedure within federal contracting to ensure clarity and fair opportunity for all bidders. The document is structured to include fields for identification, instructions for acknowledgment, administrative data, and specific details about the amendment including associated contact information.
Solicitation SPRDL125R0055.pdf
Apr 6, 2025, 6:03 PM UTC
This government solicitation outlines the requirements for a contract concerning the purchase of Mount Telescopes, identified by their NSN and manufacturer part number, under a firm-fixed-price agreement. The solicitation adheres to the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is categorized as a total small business set-aside. Proposals are invited for specific estimated quantities across five ordering years, and all offers must include pricing and be submitted by a specified deadline. The document emphasizes strict compliance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations for handling items containing Tritium. Additionally, it includes various procedural guidelines, such as electronic submission requirements, tracking on the SAM.gov platform, and details on inspection, acceptance, and packaging. Inspection will occur at the origin, necessitating a government review of processes and non-conformance standards. A First Article Test is mandated to ensure compliance with all specifications before full production. The solicitation also stresses the importance of traceability documentation, sustainability measures, and the maintenance of high standards concerning packaging and marking. This comprehensive framework ensures procurements meet safety, regulatory, and quality requirements, reaffirming the government’s commitment to responsible and efficient contracting processes.
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