16--VENT-EMI
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 (Dept Of Defense, DEPT OF THE NAVY) has issued a presolicitation for VENT-EMI (NSN 1R-1680-LLF02N363-P8), Quantity 5 EA. This is an intent to award a sole-source contract under FAR 6.302-1, as the item is flight critical and requires Government source approval. Responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the supply of NSN 1R-1680-LLF02N363-P8, VENT-EMI, with a quantity of 5 EA, delivered FOB Origin. This item is designated as flight critical, necessitating Government source approval for all suppliers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Proposed Sole-Source Contract (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 7, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Published: February 20, 2026
Source Approval Requirements
Government source approval is mandatory prior to contract award.
- New Sources: Must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures (Spares:
https://www.navsup.navy.mil/NAVSUP-Enterprise/NAVSUP-Weapon-Systems-Support/Business-Opps/and Repair:https://www.navsup.navy.mil/NAVSUP-Enterprise/NAVSUP-Weapon-Systems-Support/Business-Opps/). - Pending Approval: If a source approval request is currently under evaluation, a copy of the cover letter must be submitted with the offer.
- Compliance: Offers failing to provide all required source approval data will not be considered. The Government may proceed with approved sources if new source approval processes cause delays.
Additional Notes
This notice is an intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source and is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered. The Government reserves the discretion to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses. While FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) is not being used, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Contact: JACOB A. TARLINI, JACOB.A.TARLINI.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, (215)697-3563.