MARKER
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 has issued a Solicitation titled "MARKER". This opportunity focuses on commercial item procurement for P-8 CAT 1 & CAT 2 items, detailing specific requirements for managing engineering changes to these components. Responses are due March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation includes an addendum to FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items, specifically applicable to P-8 CAT 1 & CAT 2 items. Key requirements include:
- Notification of Engineering Changes: The contractor must notify the government of all proposed engineering changes affecting components managed under the contract.
- Authorization for Changes: No changes are permitted without written government authorization if they impact interchangeability, performance, weight, safety, reliability, service life, fit, form, function, maintainability, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification, or require part re-identification.
- Change Documentation: Notifications must include affected part numbers and required approval dates. The contractor must also make commercially available change documentation (e.g., Service Bulletins, Original Equipment Manufacturer Product Line Change Notifications) accessible to the government.
- Deliveries: Early and incremental deliveries are accepted and preferred.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for Commercial Items)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: February 6, 2026
Evaluation
Evaluation factors are not explicitly detailed in the provided information.
Additional Notes
All contractual documents (e.g., contracts, purchase orders, modifications) are considered "issued" by the government when deposited in the mail, transmitted by facsimile, or sent by other electronic commerce methods, such as email. The government's acceptance of the contractor's proposal constitutes bilateral agreement to issue contractual documents as detailed herein.
Contact: For inquiries, please reach out to KELLY.A.GIPSON2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 215-697-4787.