17--AIR-FLASK
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, is soliciting proposals for "AIR-FLASK" (PSC 1710 - Aircraft Landing Equipment). This Request for Quote (RFQ) is for new manufactured spare parts, intended for use in crucial shipboard aircraft launch and recovery systems. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally. Proposals are due by June 30, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for "AIR-FLASK" items, designated as ALRE Non-Critical material, which are vital for shipboard systems. Articles must be manufactured, tested, and inspected in accordance with specific drawings (509549, 80020, NAWCAD LAKEHURST DRAWING PACKAGE) and all referenced details and specifications. Contractors are solely responsible for providing any necessary manufacturing aids. If MIL-STD-454 is referenced, compliance with IPC/EIAJ-STD-001C is expected.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) leading to a bilateral award (Firm Fixed Price for unit prices).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: June 30, 2026, 8:30 PM ET.
- Published: April 16, 2026.
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on lead time, price, past performance, and capacity. Unit prices must be firm fixed price; tiered pricing will not be accepted. Proposals must remain valid for a minimum of 120 days.
Submission Requirements
- Quotes must include unit price, extended price, lead time, and quote expiration date.
- Source Approval is required for this NSN, indicating limited competition. Firms not already approved must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR); procurement will not be delayed for SAR approval.
- If the offeror is not the manufacturer, an official letter or email from the OEM confirming authorized distributor status is required.
- Government source inspection is required.
- All freight is FOB Origin.
Additional Notes
A 1-year warranty after delivery (or 45 days from discovery of defect) is required. Payment will be processed via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) using a Combo Invoice and Receiving report. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.