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
NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Philadelphia intends to award a sole source contract to THE BOEING COMPANY for 200 Solid Rivets (NSN 1R-5320-015897202-P8) for P-8 aircraft support. This is a presolicitation notice, with the formal solicitation (RFP) anticipated to be issued on September 30, 2025, and proposals due by October 29, 2025.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 200 Solid Rivets, identified by NSN 1R-5320-015897202-P8 and reference number BACR15BB8D7C, for SPARE support of P-8 aircraft. Delivery will be FOB Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Contract Type: Anticipated 1-year contract
- Set-Aside: Not a Total Small Business Set-Aside (Unrestricted)
- Sole Source Justification: THE BOEING COMPANY (CAGE: 81205) is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the only known source. The Government does not own the necessary data or rights for competitive procurement, citing 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302.
- Presolicitation Response Due: April 23, 2026 (for capability statements or commercial item interest).
- Anticipated RFP Issue Date: September 30, 2025
- Anticipated RFP Response Date: October 29, 2025
- Anticipated Award Date: November 13, 2025
- Published Date: March 24, 2026
Source Approval & Capabilities
A Source Approval Statement applies to this NSN. While Boeing is the approved source, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Firms not already approved to manufacture this material must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR), but the procurement will not be delayed for SAR approval.
Additional Notes
The Government intends to acquire these supplies using FAR Part 15 procedures, applying policies from FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items). UID and Buy American Clauses will apply. Electronic procedures will be used, and the RFP will be posted to NECO.
Contact: Taylor Weidman, taylor.m.weidman2.civ@us.navy.mil.