Composite Repair Set Temp/Vac Controller
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 NJ, intends to award a Fixed-Price Purchase Order to Heatcon Composite Systems Inc. (CAGE: 0ED96) for the procurement of the Composite Repair Set Temp/Vac Controller (P/N: HCS9200N-02.5, NSN: 4920-01-624-6759). This is a sole-source acquisition under FAR 6.302-1. Responses from other interested parties are due by April 10, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The Composite Repair Set Temp/Vac Controller is required to support the C-130 Kinston Depot project. Its primary function is to provide finite control of the temperature, vacuum, and time necessary to cure critically sensitive composite resins and adhesives.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fixed-Price Purchase Order (intended)
- Set-Aside: Sole-Source (under FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source)
- Response Due: April 10, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
- Published: March 26, 2026
Evaluation
This acquisition is being pursued on a sole-source basis under the statutory authority of Title 10, U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, the Government will consider all responses received within fifteen (15) days of publication solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Additional Notes
Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov is mandatory for consideration. Responses must be submitted via email to Alexander Buchan (alexander.g.buchan2.civ@us.navy.mil). Content should be limited to 10 pages.