48--PLUG, VALVE
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 Dept Of Defense, NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH has issued a presolicitation (Notice of Intent) for the procurement of a PLUG, VALVE (NSN 1H-4820-017072157-PP). This is an intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, citing the Government's lack of data rights and the uneconomical nature of reverse engineering. All responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability. Responses are due by July 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 2 EA of NSN 1H-4820-017072157-PP, PLUG, VALVE, Technical Data Package (TDP) Version 002. Delivery is to SW3117, DLA DISTRIBUTION NORFOLK VA, NORFOLK, VA 23511-0001. The Government does not own the rights to use the data needed to purchase/repair this part from additional sources, and it is uneconomical to reverse engineer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all responsible sources for capability statements)
- Response Due (General Interest/Proposals): July 2, 2026
- Response Due (Commercial Item Interest): Within 15 days of publication (June 18, 2026)
- Published: June 3, 2026
Evaluation
All proposals, quotations, or capability statements received within the specified timeframe will be considered by the Government. Information received will normally be used solely to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses is at its sole discretion.
Additional Notes
Based on market research, the Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) in its solicitation. However, interested persons may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of the notice. The primary contact is JOHN A. MASTERS at JOHN.A.MASTERS15.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or (771)229-0098.