42--SUBMARINE ESCAPE IM
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) has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for the acquisition of SUBMARINE ESCAPE IM spares. This J&A authorizes an exception to fair opportunity, citing 10 USC 3204(A)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, due to the limited number of responsible sources possessing unique design capabilities, proprietary data rights, and essential manufacturing/repair knowledge.
Purpose
This document formally justifies and approves the procurement of critical "SUBMARINE ESCAPE IM" spares without full and open competition. The rationale is based on the specialized nature of the items and the lack of economically available technical data or qualified alternative sources.
Supplies/Services
- Nomenclature: SUBMARINE ESCAPE IM
- NSN: 3H 4220 015695520
- Item Type: Spares (Marine Lifesaving And Diving Equipment)
Rationale for Limited Competition
The acquisition is for spares where existing unique design capabilities, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge held by approved source(s) are critical for maintaining part quality. The Government lacks sufficient data rights (drawings, specifications, test equipment/procedures) to enable full and open competition. Alternate sources would require qualification according to the design control activity's procedures.
Market Research & Future Outlook
Extensive market research, including a sources sought notice and synopsizing the proposed contract action on August 26, 2025, yielded no interested vendors. While NAVSUP WSS will continue to encourage vendors with expertise to submit complete technical data packages for source approval, there are no current plans to compete future contracts for this item due to the outlined reasons. Future requirements will be advertised, and the feasibility of competition will be assessed if another potential manufacturing source emerges.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact MICHAEL.E.THOMAN2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-4608.