Intent to Sole Source - Repairs to HPACs No.3 and No.4
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 an Intent to Sole Source for repair services on High Pressure Air Compressors (HPACs) No. 3 and No. 4. The purpose is to restore these critical components to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, as a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition has been prepared, identifying Curtiss-Wright Fleet Solutions as the sole source. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement must submit their capabilities by February 16, 2026, 4:00 PM PDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves technical assessment, troubleshooting, repair, and retesting of HPAC No. 3 and No. 4 on a US Navy aircraft carrier. All services must adhere strictly to OEM specifications. Deliverables include OEM technical repair, provision of necessary parts, installation, inspection, and operational testing to ensure mission readiness.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Sole Source (leading to a Firm Fixed Price contract if no other capable sources are identified).
- Response Due for Intent: February 16, 2026, 4:00 PM PDT.
- Published: February 12, 2026.
- Period of Performance (anticipated): February 13, 2026, to February 24, 2026 (as per the associated solicitation document).
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source).
- Product Service Code: J999 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair).
- Place of Performance: Bremerton, WA.
Justification for Sole Source
Curtiss-Wright Fleet Solutions has been identified as the only available source due to their proprietary knowledge, exclusive design drawings, specifications, and experience necessary to restore the compressors to OEM standards. The justification highlights exclusive licensing agreements and the unavailability of required parts through the Government Stock System.
Response for Interested Parties
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties who believe they possess the capabilities to satisfy these requirements are encouraged to submit clear and convincing documentation. Responses must be submitted via email to alicia.n.secondez.civ@us.navy.mil by the deadline, with the subject line "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE FOR CVN 68 HPACs No.3 and No.4". The Government will consider these responses solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. All prospective contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.