43--COMPRESSOR UNIT,REC
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 for Other Than Full & Open Competition for the acquisition of a COMPRESSOR UNIT, REC. This document justifies a sole-source award to RIX INDUSTRIES (28953) due to proprietary data and the uneconomical nature of acquiring this data or reverse engineering the part. This is not a solicitation for proposals.
Purpose & Scope
This justification covers the negotiation and award of a contract for spares, repair/overhaul, modification, management, piece parts, and data reports related to the COMPRESSOR UNIT, REC. The specific nomenclature is COMPRESSOR UNIT, REC, with NSN: 4310-01-353-6128 and P/N: D2449.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition
- Product Service Code: 4310 (Compressors And Vacuum Pumps)
- Expected Final Delivery Date: 05/13/2025
- Published Date: June 15, 2026
Justification & Eligibility
Market research concluded that RIX INDUSTRIES is the only known source capable of fulfilling this requirement. The justification cites 10 USC 3204(A)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 as the authority for this sole-source award. The primary reason is the proprietary nature of the data and the prohibitive cost and time associated with reverse engineering or acquiring the necessary technical data from other sources.
Future Opportunities
NAVSUP WSS will continue to encourage other vendors with relevant expertise to submit technical data packages for review and source approval to promote future competition. Future requirements for similar items will be advertised on the government-wide point of entry.
Contact Information
For general inquiries, contact Dakota Bentzel at dakota.s.bentzel.civ@us.navy.mil.