53 -- GASKET
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 soliciting GASKETs (NSN: 1HM 5330-01-580-4588 X3) through a Request for Quotations (RFQ). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The deadline for offer receipt has been extended to May 6, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This RFQ is for the procurement of GASKETs to support NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support. Key requirements include:
- Item: GASKET, NSN: 1HM 5330-01-580-4588 X3.
- Technical Specifications: Detailed in Sections C, D, E, and various attachments.
- Shelf Life: Must be Y-UU (per solicitation notes) with at least 85% of shelf life remaining at the time of shipment.
- Packaging: In accordance with MIL-STD-2073.
- Unique Item Identification: Required per clause 252.211-7003.
- Preservation, Packaging, Packing, and Marking: Governed by MIL-STD-2073-1 and other specified standards.
- Inspection and Acceptance: Both will occur at origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ)
- Delivery: Required within 180 days from the issue date.
- Pricing Validity: Quotes must remain valid for 60 days after the closing date.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Offer Due: May 6, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time.
- Published: April 10, 2026.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated on a Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.
Additional Notes
The Point of Contact for information is Sarah Rice (sarah.e.rice14.civ@us.navy.mil, 771-229-3872). Offerors should return the solicitation sheet with their quote, following further instructions in Section L. Attachment 1 (DD Form 1423) details requirements for data items, including a Certificate of Compliance and a Material Cure Date Certificate Report. All other terms and conditions of the original RFQ remain unchanged by the amendment.