20--BLADE,PROPELLER,SHI, 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 Mech) intends to award a sole-source contract for the repair/modification of NSN 7H-2010-012335405 Propeller Blades. The government does not own the necessary data rights, making it uneconomical to pursue competitive sources or reverse engineer the part. Interested parties must identify their capabilities by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the repair and modification of 14 pairs of Propeller Blades (NSN 7H-2010-012335405, TDP VER 012). Delivery is FOB Origin. The government has determined it is uneconomical to acquire data rights or reverse engineer the part, leading to a sole-source acquisition strategy.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intent to Award Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: March 16, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Published: January 30, 2026
Additional Notes
This proposed contract action falls under FAR 6.302-1, permitting solicitation and negotiation with only one source. While this is not a request for competitive proposals, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability within 45 days of publication. The government will consider these responses solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Based on market research, FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) is not being used; however, interested parties may identify commercial item capabilities within 15 days of this notice. Companies not currently approved sources can express interest via the NAVSUP Business Opportunities web portal. The current award will not be delayed for new source approval.