17--SLING,AIRCRAFT MAIN, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
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 repair/modification of Aircraft Main Slings (NSN 7R-1730-014618330-QE). This is a sole source requirement under FAR 6.302-1, as the item is flight critical and technical data is not available for competitive acquisition. Responses from interested parties are due by June 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers the repair and modification of two (2) Aircraft Main Slings (NSN 7R-1730-014618330-QE, TDP VER 002), with delivery FOB Origin. Due to the flight-critical nature of the item and the lack of adequate technical data for competitive procurement, the Government intends to negotiate with only one source.
Source Approval Requirements
Government source approval is mandatory prior to contract award. Only previously approved sources have been solicited. If you are not an approved source, you must submit, along with your proposal, the detailed information outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice for Spares and Repair). Failure to provide all required data or document previous submission will result in offers not being considered. The Government reserves the right to proceed with award based on Fleet support needs if source approval cannot be processed in time.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 29, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Published: May 27, 2026
Additional Information
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals/capability statements. Information received will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Award will be made only if the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meets qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1.
Contact: Helen I. Carmelo, HELEN.I.CARMELO.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, (215)697-1138.