CH-53K Program O-Level Bag: Main Gear Box Mobility Cart
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 award a Fixed Price contract on a sole source basis to Saginaw Products Corporation (CAGE Code 52793) for the purchase of a Main Gear Box Mobility Cart for the CH-53K Program O-Level Bag. This procurement supports the NAVAIR CH-53K Program and Foreign Military Sales Program for Israel maintenance operations. Responses regarding this notice are due by January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for a Main Gear Box Mobility Cart, specifically for O-Level maintenance of the CH-53K Aircraft, supporting both domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) for Israel. The attached spreadsheet, "PSE ITEM LIST (0200).xlsx," details the specific item and part number, including its nomenclature and whether it's for domestic or FMS use.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fixed Price, Sole Source
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Response Due: January 29, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: January 9, 2026, 12:06 PM EST
Evaluation
The Government intends to negotiate with only one source, Saginaw Products Corporation, under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements." Saginaw Products Corporation is identified as the sole developer, designer, and manufacturer, owning proprietary data. The Government lacks the technical data or equipment to obtain this item from an alternate source.
Additional Notes
This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals. The Government will consider all information received prior to the closing date. A determination by the Government not to compete this procurement based on responses is solely at its discretion. The Government will not pay for any responses received and makes no commitments to issue solicitations, make awards, or be responsible for monies expended by interested parties before contract award. For information, contact Christopher Brake via e-mail at christopher.d.brake5.civ@us.navy.mil.