Joint Strike Fighter Missionized Gun POD Installation and Removal Training
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 Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Joint Strike Fighter Missionized Gun POD Installation and Removal Training. NSWC IHD intends to award a firm fixed-price contract to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems. This is not a Request for Quote (RFQ).
Scope of Work
This requirement is for training services related to support equipment and the installation/removal of the Joint Strike Fighter Missionized Gun POD. The training is specified for 3 days and 10 people.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (intended)
- Duration: Period of Performance Not to Exceed 165 days after contract award
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- NAICS: 541330
- PSC: J010 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Weapons)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, by 10 AM EST
- Published: February 12, 2026
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent to sole source, not a request for quotes. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond by the due date. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The decision not to compete is at the Government's discretion. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.
Additional Notes
Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov. Oral communications are not acceptable. All statements, quotes, and capabilities must be emailed to Tammy R. Kershner at tammy.r.kershner.civ@us.navy.mil.