Sources Sought Announcment for the Front Panel I/O CCA Integrated Data Modem-401 IDM-401, NSN 5998-01-706-3799
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Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.
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The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, representing the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center’s Strategic Sourcing Directorate, is seeking sources capable of manufacturing parts to support the Front Panel I/O CCA Integrated Data Modem-401 (IDM-401), National Stock Number 5998-01-706-3799. The IDM-401 is an improved military data modem designed to enable communication between air and ground systems as well as air-to-air data exchange among equipped aircraft. The Government holds the technical data package for these parts, which includes level 3 production information and is available for conditional release. This solicitation is for market research and planning purposes to assess the availability of manufacturers for a potential follow-on acquisition. Interested firms are requested to provide evidence of experience in manufacturing the IDM-401 or similar components, including documentation such as questionnaires, drawings, test results, and information on past government or commercial contracts. Responses must include the company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contact with email and telephone details. This announcement is not a request for quotes or proposals and does not commit the Government to a contract or reimburse any preparation costs. Responses are due by July 13, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the designated points of contact; no phone inquiries will be accepted. The information gathered will help determine procurement strategies and whether the acquisition can be competitive or set aside for small businesses.
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Full Description
The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center (ILSC) – Supply Chain Management Directorate (SCMD) – Strategic Sourcing Directorate (SSD), intends to acquire Parts to support the Front Panel I/O CCA Integrated Data Modem-40, IDM-401, NSN 5998-01-706-3799.
Requirements Description:
The IDM-401 is an Improved Data Modem designed for military applications, providing a data link capable of passing information between air and ground systems, as well as facilitating air-to-air data communication between equipped aircraft. The front panel houses the connectors to the IDM.
The Government does possess the technical data package (TDP) for the parts. The TDP is available for conditional release. The TDP includes level 3. production information.
This would be for a follow on acquisition.
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Items and/or Services to Be Procured:
NSN: 5998-01-706-3799
NOMENCLATURE: Front Panel I/O CCA Integrated Data Modem-401
PART NUMBER: 1037102
CAGE: 1037102
Requested Response Information:
We request that sources who can manufacture the listed parts or services to submit information to show evidence of current/past contracts for the manufacturing of the item and/or its components, or a similar type of effort. At a minimum the support information you submit should include, but is not limited to, the following types of documentation: Questionnaire, drawings, test results, information on previous Government and commercial contracts, and data rights, etc.]
In your response, please include your company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contract with email address and telephone number.
Notice, Response Due Date, and Points of Contact:
This is NOT a Request for Quote or Proposal. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this SSA or reimburse any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this SSA. This Sources sought announcement (SSA) is for planning and market research purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. The information gathered from this announcement will be used to determine if responsible sources exist, and to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or set aside for Small Business. Furthermore, the Government will use the information, in part, to determine the best acquisition strategy for a potential procurement action and/or to assist in making acquisition strategy decisions in the future.
All SSA responses should be emailed to the Points of Contact at the email addresses listed below. No phone inquiries will be accepted, either as a response to this action or for information requests. All requests for information must be submitted via email to the Technical Point of Contact and the DLA Aberdeen Small Business Office.
Please submit responses by 7/13/2026
Technical Point of Contact: mark.w.colangelo.ctr@army.mil
Secondary Point of Contact: paul.shao.civ@army.mil
