RADA Leonardo DRS cables
ID: M6700425Q0029Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERALBANY, GA, 31704-0313, USA

NAICS

Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)

PSC

CABLE, CORD, AND WIRE ASSEMBLIES: COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5995)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0d69fed8b39b4435975d4b524ac7b603/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of specialized cables from Leonardo DRS, essential for the Ground-Based Air Defense (GBAD) program. This sole-source acquisition is critical for the LMADIS systems used in Counter Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) missions, as the required components are exclusively available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer due to their proprietary nature and specific configurations. The procurement aims to ensure operational capability and prevent production delays, with a due date for offers set for February 6, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to Malik Jones-Pierre at malik.jones-pierre@usmc.mil or call 229-639-8692 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Malik Jones-Pierre
    (229) 639-8692
    malik.jones-pierre@usmc.mil
    Files
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    A03_JA Final.pdf
    This memorandum details a determination for a sole-source acquisition under FAR Part 13, concerning items needed for the GBAD program. The required components, specifically cables for the LMADIS systems used for Counter Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) missions, are exclusively available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Leonardo DRS (RADA). The acquisition is deemed necessary due to the urgency and the proprietary nature of the specified components, which are tailored to the unique standards and configurations of the systems being developed. A sole-source approach is justified based on the existence of exclusive licensing agreements, as no authorized resellers or distributors exist for these items. Prompt procurement is essential to prevent production delays, with the production schedule established at two systems every two months. The document emphasizes compliance with federal acquisition regulations while stressing the critical need for the specified components to ensure operational capability and performance of the LMADIS systems within designated timelines.
    SF_1449.pdf
    The document outlines the solicitation M6700425Q0029 issued by the Marine Corps Logistics Command for the procurement of specific cables, including power and radar types, for defense operations. The solicitation provides essential information such as the offer due date of February 6, 2025, and includes contact details for the contracting officer, Malik O. Jones-Pierre. It specifies that the acquisition falls under a set-aside for small businesses, particularly service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned small businesses, with a focus on ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The document details the products required, including brand name specifications, shipping information, and acceptance terms. Evaluation criteria for offers will include price, technical capability, and past performance. It also incorporates numerous federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and clauses pertinent to the execution of the contract, emphasizing the importance of advising contractors on compliance and performance standards. The structure of the document reflects typical solicitation formats, highlighting different sections for specific procedural and regulatory requirements.
    Synopsis-1301215338 1.pdf
    The Marine Corps Logistics Command is seeking to procure proprietary Leonardo DRS cables, specifically required for the Ground-Based Air Defense (GBAD) system's LAMDIS components, as outlined in Solicitation Number M67004-25-Q-0029. Due to an exclusive licensing agreement, Rada Technologies is identified as the sole manufacturer of these cables. Two specific cable types are requested: a power cable and a radar data cable, each in quantities of 24. The contract will be awarded on a sole-source basis to RADA Technologies after confirming their responsibility and ensuring reasonable pricing, thereby adhering to guidelines for a firm-fixed-price contract under the simplified acquisition threshold. The delivery destination for these cables is the Marine Depot Maintenance Command in Albany, GA. Interested parties may contact the designated representative for potential future procurement discussions. This solicitation underscores the government's intent to maintain specific capabilities through OEM components, ensuring reliability in military systems.
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