Evaluation and Repair Services for NOVA Weapon Power Converters (WPCs)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a sole source Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to NOVA Electric for the evaluation and repair of Weapon Power Converters (WPCs). This action is justified as NOVA Electric is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). While not a request for competitive proposals, responsible sources may submit capability statements for consideration by April 2, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This contract covers the evaluation and repair of Government Furnished Property (GFP) Weapon Power Converters (WPCs). The Government anticipates ordering up to seventy-five (75) units for evaluation and repair within a five-year ordering period.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Procurement Strategy: Sole Source (10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 13.501(a)(1)(ii))
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about April 30, 2026
- Ordering Period: Five years
- Place of Performance: Contractor's site in Bergenfield, NJ
- Published Date: March 18, 2026
Justification
NOVA Electric is the OEM for the WPCs. The Government states that validating another vendor would result in millions of dollars in additional costs due to system downtime, configuration, training, shock testing, and Form-Fit-Function testing. No other vendor can repair these WPCs, and no authorized resellers exist.
Action Items
This synopsis is NOT a request for competitive proposals. However, any responsible source may submit a capability statement for consideration. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract action based on responses is solely at their discretion.
Submission & Contact
- Capability Statements Due: April 2, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Submission Method: Via e-mail to the Government Point of Contact
- Primary Contact: Abigail Peckham (abigail.r.peckham.civ@us.navy.mil)