53--SEAL, SPLIT
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) intends to award a sole-source contract for SEAL, SPLIT (NSN 1H-5330-016469913-PP). This presolicitation notice seeks interest from responsible sources capable of fulfilling the requirement. Responses are due by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 20 units of SEAL, SPLIT (NSN 1H-5330-016469913-PP, TDP VER 003). Deliveries are required for DLA Distribution centers in New Cumberland, PA and Tracy, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Sole Source Intent (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 16, 2026 (Official notice closing date)
- Published: February 12, 2026
Intent & Response Consideration
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, citing that it is uneconomical to acquire data rights or reverse engineer the part. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within 45 days of publication (by March 29, 2026) will be considered. Information received will primarily determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
Commercial Item Interest
Based on market research, the Government is not using FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items. However, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice (by February 27, 2026).