The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential manufacturing and supply sources for a PROCESSOR, SIGNAL DA (NSN: 5895-01-724-2080, Part Number: 5561000-001) for the CH-47 CHINOOK weapon system. This SSS, under NAICS Code 336413 with a 1250-employee size standard, aims to determine if future acquisitions can be competitive or set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned concerns. Currently, this acquisition is non-competitive under FAR 6.302-1(a)(1) due to the unavailability of competitive data. Interested firms capable of producing the item are encouraged to seek source approval via AvMC's website. Contractors would be responsible for engineering services, manufacturing, supply chain management, and all associated costs. This SSS is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a Five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for a minimum of 144 and a maximum of 480 PROCESSOR,SIGNAL DA units (NSN: 5895-01-724-2080; Part Number: 5561000-001) for CHINOOK aircraft. This acquisition is restricted to SCI TECHNOLOGY, INC., CAGE CODE: 2J622, due to the unavailability of competitive data. Production lead times range from 540 to 810 days after contract award, with or without First Article Testing, respectively. Deliveries will be to TOBYHANNA, PA. While all responsible sources are encouraged to submit offers, prequalification is required, and firms are advised to seek source approval for future solicitations via AvMC's website. The solicitation closing date is an estimate and may be adjusted.