Award Notice for SSN 21 HPAC
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 / Puget Sound Naval Shipyard IMF has issued an Award Notice for the operational assessment of a High Pressure Air Compressor (HPAC) No. 1 for SSN 21. This acquisition was justified as a sole-source procurement to RIX Industries, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
Scope of Work
The requirement involves an operational assessment of a High Pressure Air Compressor (HPAC) No. 1. This assessment is critical for the SSN 21, ensuring its functionality and compliance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source Acquisition (Award Notice)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole-Source Justification)
- Awarded To: RIX Industries (implied by sole-source justification)
- Published: April 20, 2026
Justification
This acquisition was pursued on a sole-source basis due to restrictive rights. RIX Industries is the OEM and possesses proprietary information and technical data essential for the HPAC. The Contracting Officer determined that RIX Industries is the only reasonably available source for this requirement, which is expected to remain under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
Additional Notes
This notice serves to inform the public of an award made under conditions justifying other than full and open competition, specifically due to the unique proprietary nature of the required services from the OEM.