CH-53K Program O-Level Bag Group B
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 Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, Lakehurst, New Jersey intends to issue a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for the procurement of Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) for the CH-53K Program O-Level Bag Group B. This effort supports the NAVAIR CH-53K Program and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program for Israel's maintenance operations at the O-Level for CH-53K Aircraft. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The response date for this presolicitation is January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract will cover the procurement of specific PSE items as detailed in the attached spreadsheet, "PSE ITEM LIST (0133).xlsx". These items are required for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) US Marine Corps (USMC) and FY26 FMS needs. The spreadsheet provides crucial details including part numbers, National Stock Numbers (NSN) where available, and nomenclature for each item.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract (intended)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 1730 (Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment)
- Presolicitation Response Date: January 29, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published Date: January 14, 2026
- Solicitation Number: N68335-26-R-1028 (expected soon)
Evaluation
This notice is a presolicitation and not a Request for Proposal. The Government is not obligated to pay for any information received and this does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. The information provided is subject to change and does not bind the Government to award a competitive contract.
Additional Notes
Specific information regarding the formal solicitation N68335-26-R-1028 will be issued and posted on SAM.gov. Interested vendors should regularly monitor the SAM.gov website for the solicitation and any subsequent amendments. The attached "PSE ITEM LIST (0133).xlsx" is critical for understanding the specific parts and components required, including items for FY26 USMC and FY26 FMS, and will help bidders assess their capability to supply these items. No telephone or written requests for the solicitation will be accepted prior to its release.