16--FIBER OPTIC CLEANER - AND OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, has issued a presolicitation for FIBER OPTIC CLEANER - AND OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS (NSN 1R-1680-017107040-P8, REF NR CT-50, QTY 2 EA). This is a flight-critical item requiring Government source approval prior to contract award. The response date for this presolicitation is May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of two (2) units of a specific Fiber Optic Cleaner and associated replacement parts. The item is designated as flight critical, meaning strict technical data and source approval requirements apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 11, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
- Published: March 26, 2026, 12:18 PM UTC
Source Approval Requirements
Government source approval is mandatory for this item. Only previously approved sources have been solicited. If you are not an approved source, you must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures along with your proposal. Links to these brochures for Spares and Repair are provided in the original description. Offers that fail to provide all required data or documentation of previous submission will not be considered for award.
Additional Notes
The time required for new source approval is typically significant, and an award may not be delayed pending such approval. If a source approval request cannot be processed in time to meet Government requirements, the award may proceed based on Fleet support needs. The NAVSUP WSS Commercial Item Identification Brochure is also available online.