VDATS NSN: 6625-01-680-2186 P/N: 780143-01

Sources Sought for Versatile Digital to Analog Test Station (VDATS)

NSN 6625-01-680-2186KV

(Intent to Purchase on Sole-Source Basis)

FROM:  Meagan Peacock Edge, 410 SCMS/GULA

TO:     DLA Weapon Support (SPRWA1)

LOCATION:  Robins AFB, GA 31098-1813

FBO Post Title:  Intend sole-source purchase of VDATS NSN 6625-01-680-2186KV, Part Number (PN) below:

NSN: 6625-01-680-2186KV

Part Number: 780143-01

SYSTEM: VDATS

SUBJECT:

Market research is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the VDATS NSN/PN listed above.

ITEM DESCRIPTION:

The above listed NSN/PN is a Test Controller used on the VDATS tester. The VXI MXI-Express Controller links the system controller Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) bus to the VME Extensions for Instrumentation (VXI) bus using a high-speed Multisystem Extension Interface (MXI)-Express x1 bus. This controller is located in the system controller and provides a means to communicate with the VXI Chassis via the MXI cable.

IMPEDIMENT TO COMPETITION:

The original equipment manufacturer for this item is National Instruments. The Government does not own any data, drawings, schematics, or any other releasable technical data in support of this requirement. As a result, National Instruments is the only known source with adequate knowledge of the performance requirements and possession of the required technical data, drawings, facilities, and expertise needed to produce these items and ensure form-fit-function interface and system compatibility. 

INTEREST:

The DLA Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to National Instruments for the manufacture of the above listed NSN/PN in support of the VDATS Program. The NSN/part above cannot be broken into multiple sub-groups for bidding. Other interested parties may respond to the requirement no later than February 20, 2026 to Meagan Peacock Edge via email (meagan.edge.1@us.af.mil). The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.

DISCLAIMER:

This sources sought synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.