Sources Sought Announcement (SSA) for Procurement of AMPLIFIER SUBASSEMBLY (NSN 5996-01-715-9787) used in the WIN-T INC 1 Reginal Hub Node (RHN) AN/FSC-133 system.
ID: DLA-Aberdeen-26-003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (335999)

PSC

AMPLIFIERS (5996)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/9d78724dc7914511af686a01dc992ddc/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) at Aberdeen, is conducting a Sources Sought Announcement (SSA) to identify potential sources for the procurement of the Amplifier Subassembly (NSN 5996-01-715-9787) used in the WIN-T INC 1 Regional Hub Node (RHN) AN/FSC-133 system. The SSA aims to gather information from companies capable of manufacturing or supplying these critical components, which are essential for the operational effectiveness of the WIN-T INC 1 fleet. The government does not possess the technical data package for these parts, and responses will assist in determining the acquisition strategy for future procurement actions. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant documentation by December 15, 2025, to the designated contacts, Joseph Weisenberger and Tiffany MacGillivary, via the provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joseph Weisenberger
    joseph.weisenberger3.ctr@army.mil
    Tiffany MacGillivary
    tiffany.l.macgillivary.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    DLA-Aberdeen-26-003 Contractor Questionnaire.docx
    The Contractor Questionnaire is a comprehensive request for information designed to assess a company's capabilities and experience in manufacturing and supplying electronic items. It seeks details on company background, core competencies, and past performance, including specific contract information and points of contact. The questionnaire emphasizes the qualifications of engineering staff, experience in identifying test equipment, and robust processes for managing obsolescence issues, including the use of program and assessment tools. It also probes the company's ability to identify alternative materials to mitigate obsolescence. Furthermore, the document inquires about the contractor's capacity to meet US Government delivery requirements, preferences for Spot Buy and Fixed Quantity orders, product stock availability, and any potential supply chain concerns that could impact delivery schedules. This questionnaire aims to gather crucial information for evaluating potential contractors for government projects involving electronic components.
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