43--RESERVOIR,HYDRAULIC, 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, intends to award a sole-source contract for the repair/modification of Hydraulic Reservoirs (NSN 7R-4320-014552564-QE). This requirement is for 50 units and is being pursued under FAR 6.302-1, citing the need for engineering source approval due to the item being flight critical and the lack of adequate technical data for full and open competition. Only previously approved sources have been solicited. Interested parties must identify their interest by February 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the repair and modification of 50 Hydraulic Reservoirs, specifically NSN 7R-4320-014552564-QE, TDP VER 001. Delivery is FOB Origin. The requirement is for a commercial item under FAR Part 12. Due to the item's flight critical nature and proprietary technical data, Government source approval is mandatory prior to contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source (FAR 6.302-1)
- Item: Hydraulic Reservoirs (NSN 7R-4320-014552564-QE)
- Quantity: 50 EA
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due (for identifying interest): February 2, 2026
- Published: January 30, 2026
Qualification Requirements
This is a source-approved item. Only sources previously approved by the Government have been solicited. New sources must undergo a qualification process in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, as approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Information for new source approval is available in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice). Offers from unapproved sources must include all required data from these brochures; otherwise, they will not be considered. Award may proceed with approved sources if new source approval cannot be processed in time to meet Fleet needs.
Additional Notes
This is a notice of intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1. It is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals. Proposals received within 45 days of publication (approx. March 16, 2026) will be considered by the Government for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A decision not to compete is at the Government's discretion.