BEACON,SONAR

The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research through a sources sought notice to identify qualified parties capable of manufacturing the sonar beacon identified by NSN 5845-01-643-2316 and part numbers DK120-90 and DK120/90. This effort requires full new manufacture of the item, including procurement and production of component parts, inspection, testing, preservation, packaging, and shipping, along with supply chain management responsibilities such as logistics planning, production forecasting, long-lead part procurement, and mitigation of diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages. The agency has identified two approved sources, Radiant Power Corp and Dukane Seacom, Inc., but is assessing broader market capacity to determine whether the requirement will be set aside for small businesses or opened to full and open competition. No solicitation exists at this time, and submissions are voluntary, with no financial liability assumed by the government for respondents’ costs. Drawings, technical orders, and qualification requirements are not available, and respondents must demonstrate their ability to deliver under a performance-based service acquisition contract with strong project management capabilities, including adherence to tight schedules, cost control, performance tracking, personnel retention, and risk mitigation. Organizations must submit their name, address, contact details, ownership structure, and tailored capability statements with supporting documentation, including details on any subcontracting or teaming arrangements. Responses are due by June 3, 2026, and must be emailed to Montana.Kipp@dla.mil. The North American Industry Classification System code for this requirement is 334290, and the contracting office is located in Richmond, Virginia. No feedback, evaluations, or telephone inquiries will be provided, and the unit price will be determined only upon contract award, with estimated quantities ranging from a minimum of 135 units to a maximum of 521 units.