Danelec DM 100 VDR
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 Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia (NSWC PHILADELPHIA DIV) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to procure eight (8) Danelec DM 100 Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) with optional accessories. The Government plans to award this contract as a sole source to Mackay Communications under the authority of FAR 13.106(b). Interested parties must submit any questions or challenges by March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for the acquisition of eight (8) Danelec DM 100 Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs) along with associated optional accessories. These VDRs fall under the product/service code for computing hardware and software products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source
- Intended Awardee: Mackay Communications
- Authority: FAR 13.106(b)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Product/Service Code: 7B22 (Computing Hardware And Software Products)
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, 5:30 PM EST (22:30Z)
- Published: February 17, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice serves as a public announcement of the Government's intent to award a contract without full and open competition. Any questions regarding this notice must be submitted via email to Brooke Steele at brooke.a.steele3.civ@us.navy.mil. Phone calls will not be accepted. The place of performance is listed as Philadelphia, PA.