CH-53K Program O-Level Bag: EAPPS Test Set
Overview
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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 Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, Lakehurst, New Jersey intends to award a Fixed Price, sole-source contract to Donaldson Company Inc. for Engine Air Particle Protection Systems (EAPPS) Test Sets (PN: 125710-1010). This procurement supports the NAVAIR CH-53K Program for both FMS Case and domestic requirements. This is a presolicitation notice, and not a request for competitive proposals. The Government will consider all information received by January 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for:
- Three (3) Engine Air Particle Protection Systems (EAPPS) Test Sets (PN: 125710-1010)
- Optional quantity of two (2) for FMS Case support
- Optional quantity of two (2) for domestic support
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fixed Price, Sole Source (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: January 31, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published: January 16, 2026
- Product Service Code: 4920 (Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Bloomington, MN, United States
Evaluation
The Government intends to negotiate with Donaldson Company Inc. as the sole source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements." Donaldson Company Inc. is identified as the sole manufacturer of this specific Support Equipment, which is exclusively used on CH-53K series helicopters. The Government lacks the necessary data or drawing rights for full and open competition, further supported by the Acquisition Method Code "3H" (direct purchase from manufacturer due to insufficient data). Donaldson Company Inc. also has no authorized distributors for this product.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. While the Government will consider information received, any determination not to compete this procurement is solely at the Government's discretion. The Government will not pay for any responses received and makes no commitment to issue solicitations or awards based on responses. For information, contact Sara Baye at Sara.C.Baye.civ@us.navy.mil.