CH-53K Program O-level Bag: Group F
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 has issued a presolicitation for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to procure Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) for the CH-53K Program O-level maintenance. This effort supports both domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) requirements. The acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires CMMC Level 2- Self-Assessment.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the procurement of specific items of Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) necessary for maintenance operations at the O-Level for the CH-53K Aircraft. The required items are detailed in an attached spreadsheet, which includes part numbers, National Stock Numbers (NSNs), and quantities for both FY26 USMC Buy and FY26 FMS Buy.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, to be issued on a competitive basis.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Notice Type: Presolicitation (Synopsis).
- Published: March 9, 2026.
- Synopsis Response Date: March 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
- Solicitation Release: Specific solicitation (N68335-26-R-1051) will be issued and posted on SAM.gov in the near future.
Key Requirements
- Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC): This acquisition requires CMMC Level 2- Self-Assessment. This involves implementing 110 security requirements from NIST SP 800–171 Rev. 2 to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Self-assessment scores must be entered into SPRS.
- Specific Parts: Bidders must be able to supply the items listed in the provided spreadsheet, which details part numbers, NSNs, nomenclature, and quantities for various aircraft components.
Additional Notes
This notice is for administrative purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. The Government is not obligated to pay for information received. Interested vendors should regularly monitor SAM.gov for the release of solicitation N68335-26-R-1051 and any subsequent amendments.