48--GUIDE, SEAT RET
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) is issuing a presolicitation for a GUIDE, SEAT RET (NSN 1H-4820-017060286-PP). This is a sole-source action under FAR 6.302-1, as the Government does not own data rights and reverse engineering is uneconomical. All responsible sources may identify their interest and capability. Responses are due July 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) GUIDE, SEAT RET (NSN 1H-4820-017060286-PP) with TDP Version 002. The item is to be delivered to SW3117, DLA DISTRIBUTION NORFOLK VA, NORFOLK, VA 23511-0001. The Government's decision to pursue a sole-source contract is based on the fact that the rights to use the data needed to purchase/repair this part from additional sources are not owned by the Government and cannot be obtained, and it is uneconomical to reverse engineer this part.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sole-Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 2, 2026 (within 45 days of publication)
- Published: June 3, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. All proposals received within 45 days (or 30 days if under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement) after the publication date will be considered. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses is solely at its discretion. Information received will normally be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Based on market research, FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) is not being used, but interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Additional Notes
For inquiries, contact JOHN A. MASTERS at JOHN.A.MASTERS15.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or (771)229-0098.