Microcircuit Traceability & Counterfeit Mitigation
Dept of Defense · DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
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- Response deadline
- May 20, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
- Solicitation
- SP4706-26-R-XXX1
- Set-aside
- None listed
- Place of performance
- Columbus, OH, USA
- Contracting office
- DCSO-COLUMBUS-DIVISION-2 · COLUMBUS · OH
- Source
- SAM.gov · updated May 9, 2026
Description
Background & Objective: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) requires a reliable method to trace individual microcircuits to their original vendor to mitigate counterfeit risks, specifically once devices are removed from unit packaging. DLA has utilized plant-based Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) marking since 2015 for device authentication and contract traceability. We are now seeking information on new or alternative technologies that meet or exceed this current standard. Response Requirement: Please include the following information in your response: Company Profile (Address, Business Size, CAGE, POC) Five-year cost estimate Recommendations to improve the attached draft Statement of Work (SOW) Technical approach for accomplishing the draft SOW Strategies to mitigate counterfeited parts and materials Proposed performance metrics and deliverables Narrative detailing how your firm identifies part/material origin Legal and Administrative Information: This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation for bids, a Request for Proposal (RFP), or a Request for Quote (RFQ). No Commitment: The government is not committed to issuing a solicitation or awarding a contract based on this RFI. No Reimbursement: The government will not reimburse costs associated with responding to this request. Purpose: Responses will be used to assess industry capabilities and refine the government's acquisition strategy. Submission Instructions: Please submit all responses to the Point of Contact specified within this RFI. A DRAFT SOW is attached with further technical details.
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Intelligence only — not legal advice or a guarantee of award. Always verify requirements on the official SAM.gov notice. Past award amounts are public history, not a suggested bid or prediction. Notice ID 79f8e13e9d7d4fec8d95dc540de14923.