# DIBBS #SPE7M5-26-T-518E

DLA Solicitation for Avon Protection Systems Adapter, Microphone (NSN 5965-01-528-9290)

**Posted:** September 22, 2026
**Respond By:** October 02, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7M5-26-T-518E
**NAICS:** 336419, 423690

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, Active Devices Division, is soliciting bids for a critical communications component.
- Government Buyer:
  - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Land and Maritime, Active Devices Division
- OEM Highlight:
  - Avon Protection Systems Incorporated is the sole approved manufacturer
- Product Requested:
  - Adapter, Microphone (NSN 5965-01-528-9290)
    - Part Number: 71009/3
    - Quantity: 964 units
    - Commercial item with export-controlled technical data (ITAR/EAR compliance required)
    - Requires MIL-STD-129 marking and MIL-STD-2073-1E packaging
    - Critical application item
- Notable Requirements:
  - Compliance with Buy American Act and domestic origin
  - Prohibition on covered defense telecommunications equipment
  - Cybersecurity and hazardous material labeling requirements
  - Delivery lead time: 252 days from award
  - Delivery required by July 4, 2027
- No other OEMs or vendors are listed as approved sources

### Description

ADAPTER, MICROPHONE (QTY: 964, NSN: 5965-01-528-9290, Purchase Request: 7018272204)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 1LEW5, Part No: 71009/3, Company: AVON PROTECTION SYSTEMS INCORPORATE
 

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