GAGE FORCE
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, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a solicitation for the manufacture of "GAGE FORCE". This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires the production of items conforming to specific part numbers and military standards. Proposals are due April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of the GAGE FORCE, specifically P/N: 2850073 cage 10001. Key requirements include:
- Manufacturing and Design: Adherence to material and physical specifications for P/N: 2850073 cage 10001.
- Marking: In accordance with applicable Military Standards such as MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5.
- Configuration Control: Compliance with MIL-STD-973, including submission of Engineering Change Proposals, Requests for Deviations, and Waivers.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with Government Source Inspection (GSI) per FAR 52.246-2 being mandatory. Records of inspection must be maintained for 365 days post-delivery.
- Packaging: Must be in accordance with MIL-STD 2073 and the Contract/Purchase Order Schedule.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (anticipated Firm Fixed-Price)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET
- Published: February 27, 2026
- Delivery: 90 days after award.
Additional Information
Drawings can be viewed or downloaded from SAM.gov by entering the solicitation number. Ordering information for referenced documents (e.g., DODSSP, MIL-DTL-31000) is provided in detail within the solicitation. All contractual documents are considered "issued" electronically.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact AMANDA.R.HAYWARD.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-5834.