Intent to Sole Source Driven Housing
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 Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract to Precision Equipment, Inc. for chrome plating services on one driven housing. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but interested parties may submit capabilities for consideration.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves removing existing chrome plating and installing new chrome plating on one 17-4 PH CRES Driven Housing. Key performance standards include:
- Chrome plating thickness: minimum 0.002", maximum 0.025".
- Final inner diameter: 7.976"/7.980".
- Surface finish: 8-16 RHR.
- Hardness requirements as per ASTM E384-22 and SAE AMS 2460 Rev B. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary supplies, equipment, facilities, and services, with the Government providing the Driven Housing (GFM). The work is for non-personal services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Sole Source (Firm Fixed-Price contract anticipated)
- Product/Service Code: J020 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment
- Period of Performance: Estimated March 2026 to June 2026.
- Place of Performance: The Performance Work Statement (PWS) indicates work will be performed at the Contractor Facility.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: March 10, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
- Published: March 5, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit clear and convincing documentation demonstrating their capabilities to satisfy the requirements. This should include general information and technical background detailing the prospective contractor's capabilities and experience. Submissions should be sent via email to Gabrielle Guerrero (gabrielle.m.guerrero3.civ@us.navy.mil) with "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE FOR N4523A26Q0806" in the subject line. Only written responses will be considered, and the Government will not be responsible for costs incurred.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only. A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses, is solely at the Government's discretion. Registration in SAM is required for any potential award.