16--NRP,FLWR PILLOW BLO
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 acquisition of 20 units of NRP,FLWR PILLOW BLO (NSN 1R-1680-016216839-EY), a miscellaneous aircraft accessory component. This opportunity emphasizes mandatory Government source approval due to the item's flight-critical nature and limited technical data availability. Responses are due by March 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This presolicitation seeks sources for a specific aircraft component, NSN 1R-1680-016216839-EY, quantity 20 EA, with delivery FOB origin. The item is designated as flight critical and requires acquisition from or repair by sources specified on a source control or selected item drawing. Suitable technical data, government data rights, or manufacturing/repair knowledge are not available to permit acquisition from other sources without prior approval. Data review indicates that required data or data rights are not in Government possession and cannot be economically obtained.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 10, 2026
Requirements & Source Approval
Award will only be made if the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meets qualification requirements at the time of award, in accordance with FAR clause 52.209-1. The item requires Government source approval prior to contract award. Only previously approved sources have been solicited. New sources must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (Spares and Repair links provided in the original description). Failure to provide required data will result in offers not being considered. If a source approval request cannot be processed in time, award may proceed based on Fleet support needs.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. This acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements and/or the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement, depending on the inclusion of DFARS clauses 252.225-7036 or 252.225-7021. Technical documents can be obtained from DODSSP via ASSIST-Online.