CH-53K Program O-Level Bag Group D
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 Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) to support the NAVAIR CH-53K Program and the Israel Foreign Military Sales Program. This presolicitation is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The actual solicitation, N68335-26-R-0132, will be posted on SAM.gov in the near future.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for various items of Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) required for O-Level maintenance operations of the CH-53K Aircraft. An attached spreadsheet, "List of Part Numbers (0135 H53K O-Level Bag Group D-TBD).xlsx," details specific components. This document lists part numbers, National Stock Numbers (NSNs), National Item Identification Numbers (NIINs), nomenclature (e.g., TRAMMEL BAR, BALANCE SET, TOOL SETS), and quantities for Fiscal Year 2026 buys for both the US Marine Corps and Foreign Military Sales. This information is relevant for vendors involved in the supply chain, maintenance, or repair of CH-53K helicopter components.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), competitive basis
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 4920 - Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment
- Published Date: January 15, 2026
- Response Date (for this notice): January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Solicitation Number: N68335-26-R-0132 (to be issued)
Additional Notes
This notice is for administrative purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. The Government is not obligated to pay for any information received. Vendors should monitor SAM.gov for the release of the official solicitation and any subsequent amendments. No telephone or written requests for the solicitation will be accepted. For administrative inquiries, contact Tammy Fossa at tamara.d.fossa.civ@us.navy.mil.