Air Barrel Assembly
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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 WSS) has awarded a contract to NWI Precision Tube ULC (L0JP2) for the procurement of Air Barrel Assemblies (NIIN: 014959310, PN: 627366-1). This award, valued at $601,908.00, is for two units identified as Critical Safety Items (CSI) supporting aircraft launch and recovery equipment (ALRE). The contract was awarded on a sole-source basis due to specific engineering and manufacturing requirements.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of two (2) BARREL ASSEMBLY units (NSN: 1710-01-495-9310, P/N: 627366-1). These assemblies are designated as Critical Safety Items (CSI) and are essential for supporting aircraft launch and recovery equipment (ALRE). The final delivery date for these items is expected by April 26, 2025.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Award
- Awardee: NWI Precision Tube ULC (L0JP2)
- Value: $601,908.00
- Quantity: 2 units
- Product Service Code: 1710 - Aircraft Landing Equipment
- Place of Performance: North York, CA-ON, Canada
- Expected Final Delivery: April 26, 2025
Justification for Award
This contract was awarded under a Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition, citing 10 USC 3204(A)(1) and FAR 6.302-1. The rationale is that the BARREL ASSEMBLY is a Critical Safety Item requiring engineering source approval by the design control activity. Only Hamill Manufacturing Company and NWI Precision Tube ULC are currently identified by NAVAIR as approved commercial manufacturing sources with the necessary technical data, unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge. Market research confirmed no other sources expressed interest or were deemed capable.
Future Opportunities
NAVSUP WSS encourages other vendors with relevant expertise to submit technical data packages for review and source approval for potential future requirements. Future opportunities will be advertised on the government-wide point of entry.