53--RIVET,SOLID
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 intends to procure 1,500 solid rivets (NSN 1R-5320-017256163-P8) on a sole-source basis under FAR 6.302-1. This is a presolicitation notice, and while the government intends to negotiate with only one source, all responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 1,500 EA of solid rivets, specifically NSN 1R-5320-017256163-P8, with reference number AF904B-5E-5. Delivery is FOB Origin, and early and incremental deliveries are accepted and preferred.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation, intent to award sole-source (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- General Interest/Capability Statements Due: February 20, 2026
- Commercial Item Interest Due: Within 15 days of publication (approx. February 7, 2026)
- Proposals Considered: Within 45 days of publication (approx. March 9, 2026)
- Published: January 23, 2026
Evaluation
The government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source based on market research. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete is at the government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered. Interested parties can obtain military and federal specifications/standards from the DoD Single Stock Point (DODSSP) via ASSIST-Online (http://quicksearch.dla.mil/). Contact CAROLYN A. CLARK at CAROLYN.A.CLARK30.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or (215)697-1073 for inquiries.