Spare Parts: AN/VAS-5B Driver's Vision Enhancer
ID: DLA-Aberdeen-25-026Type: Sources Sought
Overview

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

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES, BOARDS, CARDS, AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE (5998)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Land at Aberdeen), is seeking sources for the procurement of spare parts for the AN/VAS-5B Driver's Vision Enhancer. This opportunity aims to identify qualified suppliers capable of manufacturing and supplying specified components, with a focus on assessing their capabilities in obsolescence management and delivery compliance to U.S. Government requirements. The goods are critical for enhancing operational visibility and safety in military applications. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Vidal Candelaria at vidal.candelaria.civ@army.mil or the DLA Land and Maritime SBO at smbizlandcols@dla.mil for further details on the submission process.

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    DLA Land and Maritime SBO
    smbizlandcols@dla.mil
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    The document outlines a request for information from a company regarding its capabilities related to manufacturing and supplying specified components. It includes a series of questions aimed at assessing the company's qualifications, including a brief company summary, past performance in relevant contracts, and the qualifications of its engineering staff. The document seeks detailed information on the company's experience with obsolescence management, the establishment of assessment tools for tracking components, and the identification of alternatives for obsolete materials. The final inquiries focus on the company’s ability to meet U.S. Government delivery requirements and whether it maintains stock of products. Overall, the purpose of this document is to gather essential information to evaluate potential suppliers for government contracts effectively.
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