16--CONTROL BOX ASS, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
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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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, has issued a sole source solicitation for the repair and modification of CONTROL BOX ASS (NSN 1680-01-621-6695, Part Number 3890AS003548-02). This is a Firm-Fixed Price requirement, with award to be placed against BOA N00383-23-G-SX01. The item is classified as a Critical Safety Item (CSI) for crucial shipboard aircraft launch and recovery systems. Proposals are due August 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the repair, overhaul, and inspection of the CONTROL BOX ASS in accordance with applicable repair manuals, technical specifications, engineering orders, and drawings (latest revision). Key requirements include:
- Source Approval: Only companies with prior engineering source approval by Naval Air Systems Command are eligible. New manufacturers may submit a Source Approval Request by the solicitation closing date.
- Quality & Compliance: Contractors must establish and maintain a quality system compliant with ISO 9001/SAE AS9100 and a calibration system meeting ANSI/NCSL Z540.3 or ISO-10012-1. A configuration management plan per NAVICPIA18 is also required.
- Repair Procedures: The contractor must provide repair procedures to NAWCADLKE engineering for review and approval prior to commencing repairs.
- Critical Safety Item (CSI): Due to the critical nature of this material, special control procedures are invoked. ALRE CSI parts require certification and Material Identification Code (MIC) marking. Mandatory 100% PCO inspection at source by the cognizant DCMAO Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) is required, with NAWCADLKE QA having the option for surveillance.
- Material & Parts: The contractor is responsible for supplying all necessary parts and materials, which must be new per FAR 52.211-5, unless Government Furnished Material (GFM) is specified. Procedures for Beyond Economical Repair (BER), Missing on Induction (MOI), and Over and Above Repair (OAR) are detailed.
- Markings: Markings shall be in accordance with MIL-STD-130.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1250 employees
- Award Vehicle: Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) N00383-23-G-SX01
Response & Contact
- Proposal Due Date: August 28, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Primary Contact: MICHAEL.J.DICKENS5.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, 215-697-4516
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates FAR Overhaul clause 52.222-90. All contractual documents are considered issued upon deposit in mail or electronic transmission. The contractor must notify NAWCADLKE QA and the PCO 14 days prior to final inspection.