BACKSHELL
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 has issued a solicitation for a spares procurement of a commercial item (BACKSHELL) for the P8 aircraft. This is a competitive procurement, with quotes due by February 20, 2026, 04:30 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of BACKSHELL spares, which are commercial items intended for the P8 aircraft. An amendment has updated the Ship To code to N4334A. Early and incremental deliveries are accepted by the Government.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Competitive Procedures)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 04:30 PM EST
- Published: February 10, 2026
- Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT
Evaluation
The Government intends to make a single award to the eligible, responsible quoter whose submission is technically acceptable and determined to be most advantageous to the Government, with price considered. If only one acceptable quote is received, competitive procedures may shift to sole source negotiations.
Submission Instructions
Quotes must be emailed to Kelly.a.gipson2.civ@us.navy.mil and must be received by the specified closing date and time. Late quotes will not be considered for award. All contractual documents will be considered issued when deposited in the mail, transmitted by facsimile, or sent by other electronic commerce methods, such as email.