48--DIAPHRAGM,ACTUATOR
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 DIAPHRAGM, ACTUATOR (NSN 1H-4820-011394154-PP). This presolicitation is for 21 units, with delivery FOB Origin. The Government plans to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1 due to proprietary data rights and the uneconomical nature of reverse engineering.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 21 EA of DIAPHRAGM, ACTUATOR, identified by NSN 1H-4820-011394154-PP. Delivery terms are FOB Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source Intent)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Published: May 9, 2026
- Response Due (Commercial Item Interest): May 20, 2026 (as per metadata
responseDate) - Response Due (General Interest/Capability): Within 45 days of May 9, 2026 (approximately June 23, 2026)
Justification & Qualification
The proposed contract action is for supplies where the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1. This is due to the Government not owning the rights to use the data for additional sources and the uneconomical nature of reverse engineering. All responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond. Award is contingent upon the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meeting qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation. However, interested persons may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of the notice. This acquisition is subject to Free Trade Agreements (DFARS 252.225-7036) and the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (DFARS 252.225-7021). This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals.