58--THERMAL IMAGING SYS
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, has issued a Presolicitation for Thermal Imaging Systems (NSN 7H-5855-014991240). This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract under FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source), as the Government does not own the necessary data rights and it is deemed uneconomical to acquire them or reverse engineer the part. Interested parties are invited to identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. Responses are due by June 19, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for two (2) Thermal Imaging Systems, identified by NSN 7H-5855-014991240, Technical Data Package (TDP) Version 003, Reference Number 7287197. Delivery is FOB Origin. The Government has determined it is uneconomical to purchase data rights or reverse engineer the part, leading to the sole-source determination.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 19, 2026
- Published: March 13, 2026
- Product Service Code: 5855 (Night Vision Equipment, Emitted And Reflected Radiation)
Response & Evaluation
All responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to satisfy this requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. The Government will consider all responses received by the due date to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to compete based on responses is solely at the Government's discretion. Award will be made only if the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meets qualification requirements in accordance with FAR clause 52.209-1. While the Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items), interested persons may identify their capability to provide a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Matthew B. Takach at MATTHEW.TAKACH@NAVY.MIL or (717)605-2640.