16--SEAT,AIRCRAFT
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 NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Philadelphia intends to award a sole source contract to Sikorsky (CAGE: 78286) for five (5) Aircraft Seats (NSN 1R-1680-016890941-H5, REF NR 121108-5) for the CH-53K platform. This presolicitation notice indicates the Government's intent to procure these items from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) due to a lack of data rights and other known sources.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the supply of five Aircraft Seats, specifically NSN 1680 016890941, Part Number 121108-5. These seats are essential components for the CH-53K platform.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Presolicitation (Anticipated FAR Part 15 contract)
- Set-Aside: None
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as supplemented by FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Commercial Item Interest Due: May 18, 2026 (within 15 days of notice publication)
- Proposals/Capabilities Due: June 19, 2026 (within 45 days of notice publication)
- Anticipated Award Date: May 31, 2026
- Published: May 5, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with Sikorsky as the only responsible source. However, all proposals, capability statements, or quotations received within 45 days of publication will be considered. A determination not to compete with this proposed contract is solely at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Sikorsky is identified as the OEM and the only known source for providing repair support, with no drawings or data available to the Government for other sources. Source Approval is required for any firm not already approved to manufacture this material, and the procurement will not be delayed for SAR approval. Interested parties may also identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. UID and Buy American Clauses will apply.