CLUTCH,POSITIVE
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 Department of the Navy / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the repair of CLUTCH,POSITIVE components. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF), encouraging accelerated delivery. The resulting award will be a bilateral, firm-fixed-price (FFP) or not-to-exceed (NTE) contract. Quotes are due by April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is specifically for the repair of "CLUTCH,POSITIVE" items. Contractors must be authorized repair sources and adhere to MIL-STD Packaging, Government Source Inspection, FOB Source, and Commercial Asset Visibility (CAV) Reporting. Key requirements include:
- Repair work must meet operational and functional requirements, performed according to the contractor's standard practices, manuals, and approved repair standards.
- Items must be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-130, REV N.
- A Repair Turnaround Time (RTAT) of 68 days after receipt of asset is required. Failure to meet RTAT due to inexcusable contractor delay will incur a Reconciliation Price Reduction.
- Contractors must provide a throughput constraint (assets per month) and an Induction Expiration Date of 364 days after contract award.
Contract Details & Requirements
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) or Not-to-Exceed (NTE) for repair services. Quotes limited to test and evaluation (T&E) will not be accepted.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Authorized Distributors: Only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item will be considered. Proof of authorization is required with the offer.
- IUID Requirements: Must adhere to DFARS 252.211-7003.
- Inspection: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements and testing per original manufacturer's specifications.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Submission: Electronically via email to KATE.C.HEIDELBERGER.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.
- Required Quote Information: Must include repair unit price, total price, RTAT, new unit price, T&E fee (if applicable), CAGE codes (Award, Inspection & Acceptance, Facility/Subcontractor, Packaging Facility), cost breakdown (if feasible), and quote expiration date (minimum 90 days).
- Evaluation: Award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor's written acceptance. Verification of nomenclature, part number, and NSN is required prior to responding.
Key Dates
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
- Quote Due Date: April 27, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT