L.S Starrett Gage Block Sets and Indicator Testers
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 (NAWCAD) Lakehurst is soliciting quotes for L.S. Starrett Gage Block Sets and Indicator Testers under a Firm-Fixed Price Contract. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity aims to procure calibration standards for CAT 2 aircraft support equipment. Responses are due April 30, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. EST.
Scope of Work
NAWCAD Lakehurst requires specific L.S. Starrett Gage Block Sets, including P/N AG16R (3 QTY), 716X (6 QTY), RC88AA (7 QTY), AC11A (7 QTY), SS28A1 (7 QTY), SS88A1X (18 QTY), and SS8A1X (13 QTY). These Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) items serve as calibration standards for equipment like feeler gages, thread plugs, calipers, and micrometers used in aircraft testing. A minimum one-year commercial warranty from the shipment date is required, and each standard must have an affixed sticker. This is a brand-name, limited competition procurement open to L.S. Starrett (CAGE: 5N6V3) and its authorized distributors. Delivery is to NAVAIR Calibration Standards in Beaufort, SC, no later than 180 days after contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- NAICS: 332216 – Saw Blade and Hand tool Manufacturing
- PSC: 5210 – Measuring Tools, Craftsmen’s
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, 4:00 P.M. EST
- Published: April 21, 2026
- FOB: Origin; Inspection and Acceptance at Origin. Shipping costs covered by the Government via a Transportation Accounting Code (TAC).
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the lowest-priced responsible offeror deemed eligible. Eligibility requires:
- Authorized Distributorship: Written documentation from the OEM confirming authorization for the offeror or its subcontractor. If a subcontractor is the authorized distributor, the prime must guarantee the same benefits to the Government.
- Part Number Match: Exact match of all listed part numbers.
- Price: Proposed prices must be fair and reasonable.
- Past Performance: Evaluation of Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) history for PSC 5210. Acceptable ratings include Dark Blue, Purple, Green, or Yellow; Red is Unacceptable; No rating is Neutral. The Government intends to award without discussions, so initial offers should contain best terms.
Submission Instructions
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to both Justin Panecki (justin.p.panecki2.civ@us.navy.mil) and Terrence Shearer (terrence.d.shearer.civ@us.navy.mil). Submissions by mail, hand-carry, proprietary FTP, or DoD SAFE will not be retrieved. Offerors are responsible for confirming receipt. Proposals must be virus-free, compatible with Adobe Acrobat Reader 11 and Microsoft Office Suite 2016, with narrative portions in searchable PDF format. Offerors must acknowledge DFARS 252.240-7998 and 252.240-7999 and provide FAR 52.212-3 or a SAM.gov statement. Quotes must be valid for 90 days.