16--BLADE,ROTARY RUDDER
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
This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) notice from NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT (Department of the Navy) authorizing an exception to fair opportunity for the acquisition of a BLADE, ROTARY RUDDER (NSN: 1615-017082535, P/N: 70101-31000-054). The justification is based on the item being a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and the identification of a sole capable source due to proprietary technical data and engineering approval requirements. This notice explains the rationale for a non-competitive award.
Opportunity Details
The J&A specifically addresses the acquisition of a "BLADE, ROTARY RUDDER" (NSN: 1615-017082535, P/N: 70101-31000-054). The government intends to award a contract for this item without full and open competition due to several critical factors:
- Critical Safety Item (CSI): The item is designated as a CSI, which inherently limits the number of qualified sources.
- Sole Capable Source: The identified source is deemed the only one with the necessary technical data, manufacturing capabilities, testing procedures, and certification authority.
- Data Rights: The government does not possess sufficient rights to the technical data, drawings, specifications, or test equipment/procedures required to enable competition from alternative sources.
- Engineering Source Approval: The part necessitates engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality, and the existing unique design capability, skills, and knowledge reside exclusively with the approved source.
Market research was conducted, and efforts were made to solicit offers from as many offerors as practicable. The contracting officer has determined that the anticipated cost will be fair and reasonable.
Agency & Contact
- Department: Dept Of Defense
- Sub-Tier: DEPT OF THE NAVY
- Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT
- Place of Performance: Stratford, CT 06615, United States
- Primary Contact: Dana Scott (dana.l.scott14.civ@us.navy.mil, 771-229-0557)
Future Outlook
NAVSUP WSS currently has no plans to compete future contracts for this specific item. However, they will assess the feasibility of competition if another potential manufacturing source emerges. Future requirements will be advertised on the government-wide point of entry.