L.S Starrett Gage Block 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 requires the procurement of specific L.S. Starrett Gage Block Sets for the calibration of dial-indicator depth gages and wear check gages supporting the MH-60R Helicopter platform. This is a brand-name, limited competition procurement, with quotes due by April 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. The resulting contract will be Firm Fixed Price.
Scope of Work
NAWCAD Lakehurst seeks to acquire the following L.S. Starrett Gage Block Sets, which must be commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and include a minimum one-year commercial warranty:
- QTY 1 P/N RS88A1
- QTY 1 P/N SC88A1X
- QTY 1 P/N SS8A1X
- QTY 2 P/N SS88A1X
Delivery is required to NAVSUP FLTLOGCEN, Jacksonville Detachment, Gulfport, MS, no later than 180 days after contract award. The FOB point is Origin, with inspection and acceptance at Origin; the Government will cover shipping costs.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: None specified (brand-name, limited competition)
- NAICS Code: 332216 (Handtool Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 5210 (Measuring Tools, Craftsmen's)
- Response Due: April 14, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: March 30, 2026
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the lowest price responsible offeror deemed eligible. Eligibility requires:
- Authorized Distributor: Written documentation from the OEM (L.S. Starrett) confirming authorization to distribute the required equipment. If a subcontractor is the authorized distributor, the prime must guarantee the same benefits to the Government.
- Exact Part Numbers: Offerors must provide an exact match for all listed part numbers.
- Price: Proposed prices will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- 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, based on initial offers. Offerors must certify quotes are valid for 90 days.
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 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 and confirm understanding of DFARS 252.240-7998 and 252.240-7999 regarding Huawei semiconductor prohibitions.