ANTENNA CONTROL UNI
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME MECHANICSBURG.SPRMM1 DLA MECHANICSBURG · Response deadline: Fri, 20 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Mechanicsburg is soliciting offers for an Antenna Control Unit. This falls under Federal Supply Classification code 5985, which covers antennae, waveguides, and related equipment used in military communications and radar systems. Antenna control units are electronic devices that manage the positioning, orientation, or signal processing of antenna systems—critical components for naval vessels, shore stations, or other maritime platforms that require reliable radio frequency communications.
NAICS code 334220 refers to "Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing." This classification includes manufacturers of communications transmission and receiving equipment, antennas, and related electronic components. Companies in this space typically produce specialized hardware for defense, aerospace, and telecommunications applications.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Maritime Mechanicsburg (Defense Logistics Agency) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRMM126QGF42 |
| NAICS | 334220 |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | November 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside specified in the metadata. Any responsible offeror—large or small business—may submit a bid. Small businesses without a specific socio-economic certification can compete, though they will face competition from large defense contractors and other established suppliers.
Given the NAICS code and product category, potential bidders likely include manufacturers or distributors of military-grade communications equipment, defense electronics firms, and companies with experience supplying DLA or Navy systems. See the solicitation for any specific qualifications, security clearance requirements, or past performance criteria that may apply.
Businesses should verify their SAM.gov registration is active and that they have the required CAGE code. Since this involves defense logistics supply, bidders may need to demonstrate traceability, counterfeit avoidance protocols, and compliance with military specifications or standards—details that should be confirmed in the full solicitation documents.
How to put together a competitive bid
For antenna control unit procurements, DLA typically evaluates on price and technical compliance rather than complex proposals. Consider these针对性 steps:
Obtain the technical specifications immediately: FSC 5985 items often reference specific military performance standards (MIL-STD or MIL-PRF). Request or download the full specification from SAM.gov to verify your product matches exactly, or identify qualified alternative manufacturers.
Confirm supply chain integrity: DLA Maritime emphasizes source traceability. Document your procurement path—whether you manufacture the unit or distribute another's product. Be prepared to provide manufacturer names, part numbers, and country of origin.
Review DLA's Qualified Products List (QPL): Some 5985 items require QPL certification. Check if this solicitation references a QPL requirement and verify your product's status.
Calculate total delivered price: Include freight to the specified destination (see the solicitation for delivery requirements), packaging per military standards, and any special handling for electrostatic-sensitive devices.
Assess your past performance weight: Without a set-aside, you'll compete directly against larger suppliers. Highlight relevant DLA or Navy contract history, on-time delivery rates, and quality scores if requested.
Submit through DLA's electronic systems: Typically via DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or as specified in the solicitation instructions.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation package for SPRMM126QGF42 on SAM.gov to review technical specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and exact submission instructions. The response deadline is November 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—allow adequate time for questions, sample requests, or subcontractor coordination before this date.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →