Azimuth Telescope
ID: SPRDL1-25-R-0075Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA LAND WARRENWARREN, MI, 48397, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)

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https://sam.gov/opp/faef4900da9e44edaa56cd42962fb33d/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking information from qualified sources capable of providing an Azimuth Telescope, as part of a Sources Sought notice. This notice is intended for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment to procure the item. The Azimuth Telescope, identified by NSN 6650013138946, is crucial for optical instrumentation and testing, and the DLA is gathering capabilities from interested parties to assess potential suppliers. Interested vendors must submit their company details, including DUNS number, Cage Code, size status, and a capability statement to the primary contact, Kimberly Houghton, at kimberly.houghton@dla.mil, by the deadline of January 3, 2025, to be considered for future opportunities.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kimberly Houghton
    (586) 467-1228
    kimberly.houghton@dla.mil
    Sabrina Krafft
    (586) 467-1177
    sabrina.krafft@dla.mil
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