Counterfeit Electronic Parts Detection System Implementation

The contract seeks the development and maintenance of a detection and avoidance system designed to identify and prevent the infiltration of counterfeit electronic components within the RF assembly supply chain. This effort is critical to ensuring the integrity and reliability of defense-related electronic systems by implementing advanced technologies that can authenticate components at various stages of procurement and assembly. The system must support real-time detection capabilities, integrate with existing supply chain workflows, and provide auditable logs to meet stringent defense standards for component traceability and provenance. The contractor will be responsible for ongoing system updates, calibration, and support to adapt to evolving counterfeit methods and emerging component technologies. This is a small business total set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 541330, indicating it is reserved exclusively for small business concerns as defined by the SBA. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, with responses due by August 7, 2026, and is managed by the ASC Commodities Division under the Department of Defense. While the place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, the work is expected to support defense supply chain operations, with performance likely requiring collaboration with government stakeholders and adherence to federal acquisition regulations. The emphasis is on innovation, rapid deployment, and sustainable maintenance to ensure long-term resilience against counterfeit threats in high-stakes RF applications.