Sources Sought Announcement for Procurement of Spare Parts for Common Sensor Payload (AN/AAS-53A), NSN 5855-01-641-5099.
ID: DLA-Aberdeen-25-053Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

NIGHT VISION EQUIPMENT, EMITTED AND REFLECTED RADIATION (5855)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking sources for the procurement of spare parts for the Common Sensor Payload (CSP), specifically the AN/AAS-53A model, with the National Stock Number (NSN) 5855-01-641-5099. The procurement aims to support the CSP, which is a multi-sensor Electro-Optic Infrared Sensor designed for reconnaissance, intelligence, surveillance, and target acquisition, providing capabilities for day/night operations in various weather conditions. Interested vendors must demonstrate their ability to manufacture or supply the required components, including specific parts such as detectors and cooling units, and are encouraged to submit documentation detailing their qualifications and past performance. Responses are due by May 8, 2025, and should be directed to the primary contact, Dalton Butterfield, at dalton.j.butterfield.civ@mail.mil, with additional information available through the secondary contact, Philip Winter, at philip.j.winter.civ@army.mil.

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    The Contractor Questionnaire is designed to gather essential information from companies responding to government requests for proposals (RFPs). The questionnaire comprises multiple sections that aim to assess the firm's qualifications, capabilities, and experience relevant to manufacturing and supplying specific items. Key areas covered include a company profile, past performance details with contract references, qualifications of engineering staff, management of obsolescence issues, and compliance with U.S. Government delivery schedules. Additionally, it inquiries about the availability of stock products and potential supply chain concerns that could impact timely delivery. This information aids government entities in evaluating potential contractors’ reliability and capacity to meet contract requirements effectively, ensuring they select qualified vendors for critical projects. Overall, the document serves as a structured tool for assessing contractor qualifications within the context of federal grants and RFP processes.
    The document outlines procedures for requesting Technical Data Packages (TDPs) related to a specific acquisition, emphasizing compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Interested companies must submit their requests via email to DLA.Aberdeen.SourcesSought@dla.mil within seven days of the posting date. To receive the TDP, companies must have an active status in the Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program (JCP) and provide a signed non-disclosure agreement (NDA), along with necessary documentation, including their DD2345 certification and CAGE verification in the System for Award Management (SAM). Upon receipt of the NDA and successful verification, the TDP will be shared through the DoD SAFE platform. The document stresses the importance of ensuring that the NDA signee and data custodian listed in JCP are the same, urging companies to update their information as needed through provided links. Overall, this process ensures strict control over sensitive defense-related information and compliance with federal regulations governing the distribution of such data.
    The document outlines a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement regarding the procurement of spare parts for the Common Sensor Payload (AN/AAS-53A) under the SAM.GOV Notice ID: DLA-Aberdeen-25-053. It specifies the conditions under which the Recipient, a business entity, may receive and use government-provided technical data or computer software marked with restrictive legends. Key points include the obligation to use data solely for government purposes, the requirement to impose similar non-disclosure agreements on subcontractors, and the need for stringent security measures to protect the data. The Recipient must also agree to indemnify the government from any claims related to misuse of the data. Furthermore, the Recipient is expected to destroy all received data within 30 days after the conclusion of the agreement period, which lasts until April 23, 2026. The agreement emphasizes strict compliance with regulations concerning the handling of sensitive data, ensuring both the government's and contractor's interests are safeguarded. Overall, the document serves to protect proprietary and confidential information in the procurement process associated with federal government projects.
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