53--ROD,THREADED END
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 award a sole source contract for ROD, THREADED END (NSN 3H-5306-012982832-L1). This presolicitation notice is for the acquisition of two units, to be delivered to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, ME. The Government intends to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) units of ROD, THREADED END, National Stock Number (NSN) 3H-5306-012982832-L1. This is a Level 1 item, which must be acquired from approved sources only. The technical data package is complete, and the Government has rights to the technical data with no restrictions. Offerors' inspection systems must conform to MIL-I-45208A or equivalent, as certified by a joint DCMA/NAVSUP WSS survey team.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Presolicitation)
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Response Due: April 13, 2026
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, ME 03904
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. Responses received within 45 days of publication will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Award will only be made if the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meets the qualification requirements at the time of award, in accordance with FAR clause 52.209-1.
Additional Notes
Information regarding the MIL-I-45208A requirement can be obtained from NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Code N97122. Military and Federal Specifications and Standards can be obtained from the DoD Single Stock Point (DODSSP) via ASSIST-Online. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. This acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements (DFARS 252.225-7036) and the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (DFARS 252.225-7021).