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 the CH-53K Program O-level Bag: Group F. This notice indicates the intent to issue a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract on a competitive basis for Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE). This requirement supports both domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) for the CH-53K Program's O-Level maintenance operations. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses to this presolicitation are due by January 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
The upcoming contract will procure specific items of Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) as detailed in the attached spreadsheet. These items are essential for the maintenance operations of the CH-53K Aircraft at the O-Level, serving both the U.S. Marine Corps and Foreign Military Sales requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Future Solicitation Number: N68335-26-R-1051
- Response Date (for this notice): January 31, 2026, 04:00 PM EST
- Published Date: January 16, 2026
- Department/Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVAIR WARFARE CTR AIRCRAFT DIV
- Product Service Code: 4920 (Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment)
Key Document Details
An attached Excel spreadsheet, titled "N68335-26-R-1051 List of Part Numbers (0144 H53K O-Level Bag Group F-TBD).xlsx," provides crucial details for potential bidders. This document lists specific part numbers, National Stock Numbers (NSNs), National Item Identification Numbers (NIINs), nomenclature, and quantities required for the FY26 USMC Buy and FY26 FMS Buy, as well as for Domestic Option 2 Bags. Bidders must review this list to understand the exact items and quantities needed for procurement, stocking, and pricing strategies.
Additional Notes
This notice is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP) and does not obligate the Government to pay for information received. The official solicitation (N68335-26-R-1051) will be issued and posted on SAM.gov in the near future. No telephone or written requests for the solicitation will be accepted. Vendors should regularly monitor SAM.gov for the solicitation and any subsequent amendments.