16--DUCT ADAPTER, 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 and Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the repair/modification of Duct Adapters (NSN 7R-1660-016936352-P8), quantity 9 EA. The government intends to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1 due to the flight-critical nature of the item and the unavailability of adequate technical data for competitive acquisition.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the repair and/or modification of nine (9) Duct Adapters, NSN 7R-1660-016936352-P8, Reference Number 708704-1. Delivery is FOB Origin. The item is classified under Product Service Code 1660 (Aircraft Air Conditioning, Heating, And Pressurizing Equipment).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source (FAR 6.302-1)
- Agency: NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Dept of the Navy
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Published: June 3, 2026
- Response Due: October 15, 2026 (for general responses to this notice)
Source Approval & Submission Requirements
Only sources previously approved by the Government for this item have been solicited.
- New Sources: Must submit comprehensive source approval information, as detailed in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice), along with their proposal. The time required for new source approval is significant and may preclude award if not processed in time.
- Existing Source Approval Requests: If a request is currently being evaluated, a copy of the cover letter must be submitted with the offer.
- Failure to Provide Data: Offers lacking required source approval data or documentation of previous submission will not be considered.
- Commercial Items: The Government is not using FAR Part 12. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of the notice publication (by June 18, 2026).
- Proposal Consideration: All responsible sources may identify their interest and capability. Proposals received within 45 days of the publication date (by July 18, 2026) will be considered.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jessica L. Harpel at JESSICA.HARPEL@NAVY.MIL or (215)697-2995.