16--BEARING,SPRING SET, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
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 for the repair/modification of 5 EA Bearing, Spring Set (NSN 7R-1680-016768848-V2). This item is flight critical and requires engineering source approval by the design control activity. Due to existing data rights and specialized manufacturing knowledge, only previously approved sources have been solicited. Responses are due by February 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers the repair and modification of five (5) Bearing, Spring Set units, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 7R-1680-016768848-V2. Delivery is specified as FOB Origin. The item's classification as flight critical necessitates stringent quality and approval processes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (leading to a potential contract for repair/modification)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 10, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 5, 2026
Source Approval & Eligibility
Acquisition of this item requires engineering source approval by the design control activity. The Government has solicited only those sources previously approved for this item, citing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge. These approved sources retain data rights or technical data not economically available to the Government, which is essential for maintaining part quality.
New sources interested in qualifying must submit a proposal along with detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (Spares and Repair links provided in the original notice). The time required for new source approval is typically such that an award cannot be delayed. Offers failing to provide all required source approval data will not be considered.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using the policies contained in FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, for this solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item to the contracting officer within 15 days of this notice. Contact: Rebecca L. Jordan at rebecca.l.jordan28.civ@us.navy.mil or (215)697-2922.