58-INDICATOR ASSEMBLY
ID: SPE4A625R0270Type: Sources Sought
AwardedSep 25, 2025
$345.8K$345,839
AwardeeAAR SUPPLY CHAIN, INC
Award #:SPE4A625C0111
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5895)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d3f2d8b1a40a478f981c866c671fbd34/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is conducting market research to identify manufacturers capable of providing an Indicator Assembly for NSN 5895-016413425 and P/N 1684-1083. This sources sought notice aims to gather information that will inform the procurement method, which may either be set aside for small businesses or open to full competition. The Indicator Assembly is crucial for various defense communication applications, underscoring its importance in maintaining operational readiness. Interested parties are invited to submit their qualifications, including Cage Code, manufacturing location, and contact information, by April 15, 2025, via email to Virginia Rhodes at virginia.rhodes@dla.mil. Please note that there is no active solicitation at this time, and telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Virginia Rhodes
    Virginia.Rhodes@dla.mil
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    Sources Sought Notice 016413425.pdf
    DLA Aviation's FMAC is conducting market research through a sources sought synopsis to identify manufacturers capable of providing an Indicator Assembly for NSN 5895-016413425 and P/N 1684-1083. This initial evaluation aims to inform the procurement method, whether by small business set-aside or full competition. It is important to note that there is no active solicitation, and participation is entirely voluntary, with no financial burden on the government for responses. Interested parties must submit their information, including Cage Code, manufacturing location, and contact details, by April 15, 2025, via email. Telephone inquiries will not be addressed, and no feedback will be given on submissions. For questions, inquiries can be directed to Virginia Rhodes at the provided Richmond, VA address.
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