1.070 Magnetoscope (PN 9134603)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst, NJ intends to release a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the production and delivery of twenty-nine (29) Magnetoscope 1.070 Kit Specials (P/N 9134603, NSN: 4920-01-713-6791). This is a Presolicitation notice, with an intent to procure on a sole source basis from Foerster Instruments, Incorporated. Responses from interested sources are encouraged by April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the production and delivery of Magnetoscope 1.070 Kit Specials. This includes a base quantity of twenty-four (24) units and an option quantity of five (5) units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (intent to issue RFQ)
- Product/Service Code: 4920 (Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None (intent for sole source procurement)
- Justification: 10 USC 3204(a)(1), FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements).
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
- Published: March 19, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to procure this effort from Foerster Instruments, Incorporated, as they do not own the data rights and a competitive drawing package is not available. However, all responsible sources are encouraged to submit a proposal in writing that may be used by the Government to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to open the requirement to competition based on responses is solely at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This notice is NOT a Request for Proposal and does not obligate the Government to pay for any information received. It is for administrative purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government to award a competitive contract. The information provided is subject to change.
Point of Contact: Eric Glawson, eric.j.glawson.civ@us.navy.mil.