53--CLAMP,LOOP
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 (WSS) Philadelphia, intends to solicit on a sole-source basis for Aircraft Clamp Loops (NSN 1R-5340-016913202-V2). This presolicitation notice seeks to identify any other responsible sources capable of providing this item. Responses to this notice are due by June 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 450 EA of Aircraft Clamp Loop, Part Number AS21919WDG05Y V-2, with delivery FOB Origin. This is for SPARE support. The Government identifies the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) as the only known source, as it does not own the necessary data or rights for competitive procurement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (leading to a competitive solicitation with only one responsible source)
- Duration: 1 year (anticipated contract duration)
- Set-Aside: Not a Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Presolicitation Response Due: June 29, 2026 (for commercial item capability statements)
- Solicitation Issue (Approx.): June 2, 2026
- Solicitation Response (Approx.): July 2, 2026
- Anticipated Award Date: September 2, 2026
- Published: May 29, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one responsible source, citing 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302 (Sole Source). Non-approved sources must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR); however, the procurement will not be delayed for SAR approval. Market research is being conducted, and interested parties may submit capability statements for commercial items within 15 days of this notice, or general proposals within 45 days, to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Additional Notes
This acquisition will use FAR Part 15 procedures, not FAR Part 12. UID and Buy American Clauses will apply. Electronic procedures will be used, and the RFP/Solicitation will be posted to NECO.