CH-53K Program O-Level Bag Group E
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 (NAWC-AD) is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to procure Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) for the CH-53K Program O-Level Bag Group E. This equipment supports O-level maintenance for the CH-53K Aircraft and the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Israel. This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM local time on April 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation, N68335-26-R-1025, requires the production and delivery of PSE, including various slings, maintenance stands, fixtures, and carts, as detailed in the attached pricing matrix (Attachment 2) and parts list (Attachment 1). All items must be manufactured according to Government-furnished technical data packages (TDPs).
Key Requirements & Certifications
Offerors must possess a current and valid Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (self-assessment) to access Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) drawing packages and for contract award. A certified DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) is also required to access Export Controlled drawings. AS9100D Certification is mandatory at the time of award and throughout contract performance. Deliverables include various Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for Calibration, Proof Load, Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI), Dimensional Quality, Plating/Coating, and Material Certifications, all requiring PDF format submissions to the CH-53K Support Equipment Engineer.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (FAR Part 19.5)
- Delivery: 200 calendar days from the date of award or option exercise.
- Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated on Technical (Acceptable/Unacceptable) and Past Performance (Acceptable/Unacceptable), with the lowest evaluated price among acceptable proposals being the determining factor. Past performance will assess recency, relevancy, and quality/timeliness.
Submission & Deadlines
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Juan Carlos Belmonte. The proposal must be subdivided into three volumes: Technical, Past Performance, and Price. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted via email to the Point of Contact by 15:00 EST, April 22, 2026. The final proposal submission deadline is April 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time.
Amendments
Amendment 0002 (posted 04/08/2026) added L-1 Past Performance Questionnaire and L-2 Past Performance Contract Data to Section J, and corrected details for SLIN 0007AA and 0013AB. Amendment 0001 (posted 04/01/2026) also addressed vendor questions and corrected solicitation details, specifically for SLIN 0007AA and 0013AB. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.