15--DOOR,AIRCRAFT
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 Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, has issued a presolicitation notice for the acquisition of an Aircraft Door (NSN 1R-1560-015439902-V2). This is a sole-source acquisition under FAR 6.302-1, as the item requires engineering source approval and is flight critical. Only previously approved sources have been solicited. However, other responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability or submit proposals. Responses to this notice are due by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
This requirement is for one (1) Aircraft Door, NSN 1R-1560-015439902-V2, reference number 901-031-306-147. The acquisition is justified as sole-source due to the need for engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge are held by qualified sources, and the technical data is not economically available to the Government. The item is flight critical, and Government source approval is required prior to contract award.
Qualification Requirements
- Approved Sources: Only sources previously approved by the Government for this item have been solicited.
- New Sources: Any alternate source must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, as approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. The time required for new source approval is typically such that an award cannot be delayed.
- Submission for New Sources: If not an approved source, interested parties must submit, with their proposal, information detailed in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice). If a source approval request is currently being evaluated, a copy of the cover letter should be submitted. Offers failing to provide required source approval data will not be considered.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intent to Sole Source)
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support
- Product/Service Code: 1560 (Airframe Structural Components)
- Response Due (General Interest/Proposals): March 16, 2026 (official notice response date). However, proposals received within 45 days of the February 21, 2026 publication (i.e., by April 7, 2026) will be considered.
- Response Due (Commercial Item Interest): Within 15 days of the February 21, 2026 publication (i.e., by March 8, 2026).
- Published: February 21, 2026
Response Guidance
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Award will only be made if the offeror, product, or manufacturer meets qualification requirements at the time of award, per FAR 52.209-1.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation. The acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements (DFARS 252.225-7036) and/or World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (DFARS 252.225-7021) if included in the final solicitation.