58--PANEL,SONAR GTC
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) has issued a Presolicitation for Sonar GTC Panels (NSN 1H-5845-015938991-ST). This requirement is for 3 units and involves items that necessitate engineering source approval by the design control activity due to unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge held by qualified sources.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 3 EA of PANEL, SONAR GTC, with delivery FOB Origin. The part's quality requires acquisition from approved sources due to their proprietary data rights, manufacturing/repair knowledge, or technical data not economically available to the Government.
Qualification Requirements
An alternate source must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, which must be approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Award will be made only if the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meets the qualification requirements at the time of award, as per FAR clause 52.209-1. The solicitation will identify the office for obtaining additional qualification information.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Published: February 19, 2026
- Commercial Item Interest Due: Within 15 days of the notice (March 6, 2026)
Additional Notes
Based on market research, the Government is not using FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, for this solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.