Hydraulic Fluid Particle Counter
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, New Jersey, intends to award a Fixed Price contract on a sole source basis to D-2 Incorporated (CAGE Code 4EKX8) for the purchase of the Hydraulic Fluid Particle Counter (part number 4348AS1000-1, NSN 6635-01-725-8375). This presolicitation notice indicates the Government's intent to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.103-1. This is not a request for competitive proposals.
Scope of Requirement
The Hydraulic Fluid Particle Counter is required to support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) H-60 programs for Saudi Arabia, Australia, India, and South Korea, as well as the FMS H-1 Program for Nigeria. These items are essential for maintenance operations at the O-Level for H-60 and H-1 aircraft.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fixed Price (Sole Source)
- Intended Contractor: D-2 Incorporated
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Information Due: April 23, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
- Published: April 8, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with D-2 Incorporated as the only responsible source because D-2 Incorporated is the sole developer, designer, and manufacturer of the specified Hydraulic Fluid Particle Counter. They own the proprietary data, and as such, are the only source with the necessary knowledge and expertise to manufacture this item. The Government currently lacks the technical data or equipment to obtain this item from an alternate source.
Additional Notes
This notice serves as a presolicitation and is not a request for competitive proposals. While the Government will consider all information received prior to the closing date, a determination not to compete this procurement based on responses is solely at the Government's discretion. The Government will not pay for any responses received and makes no commitments to issue solicitations, make awards, or be responsible for any monies expended by interested parties before a contract award.