LIPA-LIN XBAND
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 procurement of LIPA-LIN XBAND items. This opportunity requires the manufacture and supply of specific items, adhering to strict quality and design change protocols. Responses are due by March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and supply of LIPA-LIN XBAND items, including adherence to contract quality requirements. Key aspects include:
- Design: Items must conform to the design represented by specified Cage Code(s) and reference number(s) (e.g., 7Y193 104562401).
- Marking: Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-130, REV N, 16 NOV 2012.
- Design Changes: Strict procedures for changes in design, material, servicing, or part numbers, requiring NAVICP-MECH Contracting Officer approval for most changes.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with the Government reserving the right to perform inspections. Records of inspection must be maintained for 365 days.
- Packaging: Preservation, packaging, packing, and marking must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ for a buy), resulting in a bilateral award.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: March 5, 2026, 8:30 PM EST.
- Published: February 19, 2026.
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech.
Evaluation & Requirements
Award will be based on a bilateral agreement requiring contractor's signed acceptance. Offerors must verify nomenclature, part number, and NSN. Government source inspection is required.
Important Traceability Notice: If not the manufacturer, offerors must provide a letter/official email from the OEM confirming authorized distributor status. For items not previously purchased by NAVSUP WSS or with increased prices, provide similar NSN, previous sales invoices (redacted), or pricing basis.
Additional Notes
Accelerated delivery is encouraged at no additional cost. All freight is FOB Origin. Offerors must provide Unit Price, Total Price (both FIRM), Procurement Turnaround Time (PTAT), Awardee CAGE, and Inspection & Acceptance CAGE (if different from source).