HORN,SIGNAL
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 MECH has issued a Solicitation for the repair of HORN,SIGNAL. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is being conducted under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due April 27, 2026, at 8:30 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the repair and quality assurance for the HORN,SIGNAL (CAGE 6W438, Ref. No. M15303-IC/H2S4). Key aspects include:
- Teardown & Evaluation (TD&E): Vendors must complete TD&E within 90 days of carcass receipt and submit a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) quote for the full repair effort.
- Repair Requirements: All repair work must meet operational and functional requirements, adhering to the contractor's standard practices, manuals, and approved repair standards.
- Mercury-Free: Strict mercury-free requirements apply, as the material is intended for use on submarines/surface ships. Any inclusion of metallic mercury requires written approval.
- Marking & Packaging: Items must be physically identified per MIL-STD-129, and packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (leading to a bilateral award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: March 26, 2026
- Option Provision: Includes an option for additional requirements 365 days after award.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must provide an estimated repair price for the full effort, including the cost of new (actual or estimated) for evaluation purposes. Quotes must detail:
- Teardown & Evaluation Rate
- Repair Turn Around Time (RTAT)
- Throughput Constraint
- Induction Expiration Date Price reductions will be incurred for failure to meet required RTATs. Quotes should specify any exceptions (e.g., packaging, labeling). Access to drawings, if applicable, requires a request on SAM.gov and an email to the POC.
Additional Notes
The resultant contract will be "DO" certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).