44--RETAINER,ADAPTER
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 Defense, specifically the DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a Presolicitation for RETAINER,ADAPTER (NSN 1H-4470-010531568-X3). The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source for this requirement.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of 6 units of RETAINER,ADAPTER (NSN 1H-4470-010531568-X3, TDP VER 006). Delivery locations are W25G1U, W1A8 DLA DISTRIBUTION, NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070-5002 and W62G2T, W1A8 DLA DIST SAN JOAQUIN, TRACY, CA 95304-5000.
The Government's intent to use a sole-source approach is due to not owning the rights to use the data needed to purchase/repair this part from additional sources, and it is deemed uneconomical to reverse engineer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 27, 2026 (45 days from publication for interest/capability statements)
- Commercial Item Interest Due: June 27, 2026 (15 days from publication)
- Published: June 12, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. Proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses is solely at their discretion. Information received will primarily determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Award is contingent upon the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meeting qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1.
Additional Notes
Based on market research, the Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. For additional information on qualification requirements, refer to the office cited in individual solicitations.
Contact: HAYLEA E. WINAND, N9432.19, HAYLEA.E.WINAND.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, (771)229-0101.