58--PANEL,SONAR GTC - AND SIMILAR REPLACEMENT PARTS
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of PANEL,SONAR GTC - and similar replacement parts. This requirement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bidders must possess a U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher to access classified annexes and respond to RFQ N0010425QYE90. Proposals are due by April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of PANEL,SONAR GTC components and similar replacement parts, adhering to specific design, manufacturing, and performance requirements outlined in drawing 7067132 (cage 53711) for various part numbers (e.g., 165-7067132-15, -28, -37, -50). Key requirements include:
- Source Control Item: Only Government-approved sources are solicited. New suppliers must demonstrate qualification to the Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) for evaluation, a process that is extensive and time-consuming.
- Mercury-Free: All materials supplied for use on submarines/surface ships must be free from metallic mercury and contamination.
- Marking: Items must be identified in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973 for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors are responsible for all inspection requirements and must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 or MIL-I-45208.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ N0010425QYE90)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 5845 (Underwater Sound Equipment)
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 5, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Access to drawings requires a request on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact. The item is on the Qualified Products List (QPL), meaning only QPL-approved items will be considered. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.