MAINTENANCE OF FIELD TEST EQUITMENT
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, specifically NSWC CRANE, is issuing a Sources Sought announcement for market research to identify industry capabilities for the maintenance of field test equipment. This includes Government Owned Vehicles (GOV), Non-Tactical Vehicles (NTV), and Government Furnished Equipment (GFE). This is for planning purposes only; no funding is currently available, and it does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The effort requires services and material support to maintain the operational condition of various equipment. This includes annual maintenance as recommended by Original Equipment Manufacturers, with a focus on electrical, braking, and structural elements.
GOVs require preventative maintenance for Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) military vehicles, with technicians ideally having qualifications similar to an Army MOS 91B (Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic). Maintenance should follow specific technical manuals (e.g., HMMVV, MRAPs, Cougar MRAP).
NTVs include all-terrain vehicles, side-by-side "Polaris" style vehicles, and various trailers (gooseneck, flatbed, enclosed) with a max curb weight of 10,000 lbs. None of the GOVs or NTVs are electric.
Tire/wheel service, repair, and replacement for GOV & NTV are required at both local (within 50 miles of NSWC CRANE) and remote locations. For remote support, vendors may subcontract with accredited providers. The Government will transport vehicles for local service.
GFE support is required for installed/mounted equipment at local and remote locations, including small engine support for generators (2kw to 26kW), antenna mounts, hoist systems, and trailer leveling components. Internal electrical wiring for GFE is not anticipated.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: March 12, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Funding: No funding is available for contractual efforts at this time.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties are encouraged to submit the attached market research questionnaire and a white paper (no longer than 5 pages), along with pertinent information such as a description of similar support and a statement of current capability. Responses must include the submitter's name, address, business size, Point of Contact (POC), and POC telephone number. Responses shall not include classified information.
Additional Notes
Contractors must be properly registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) database. The market research questionnaire seeks details on business status (e.g., Small, Woman Owned, 8(a)), SAM.gov registration, subcontracting plans, invoicing familiarity (WAWF), warranty offerings, typical contract types, commercial product characteristics, and compliance with Government Furnished Property (GFP) clauses. All correspondence should reference N0016426SNB33.
Point of Contact: Lindsey Sparks, 812-381-7226, lindsey.r.sparks.civ@us.navy.mil.