This solicitation will result in a 5-year Indefinite Quantity Contract for a critical application item, specifically a distress beacon. The contract has an estimated annual demand of 82 units, with delivery orders ranging from a minimum of 21 to a maximum of 82 units. Offers will be evaluated with equal weight given to price, past performance, and delivery, with a required delivery schedule of 90 days after receipt of order. Suppliers must be registered in the System for Award Management. The solicitation is available for download online, and all responsible sources may submit a written offer.

The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting market research for the manufacture and supply of a distress beacon (NSN 5820-016676007, Part 2853 GLOBALFIX V6 CAT I). The government is seeking potential sources capable of performing all aspects of production, from procurement to shipping, including supply chain management. The estimated requirement is for a minimum of 21 to a maximum of 82 units, with unit prices to be established upon contract award. Based on the responses, the requirement may be set aside for small businesses or awarded through full and open competition, with multiple awards possible. There is one currently approved source, ACR Electronics, Inc., but this market research will help determine the final procurement method.