NAWCAD WOLF Intent to Sole Source RCS Shock Testing
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, Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) WOLF, intends to sole source a requirement for RCS Shock Testing services to Hi-Test Laboratories. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a firm fixed-price purchase. While the intent is to sole source, interested parties may submit proposals for consideration. Responses are due by 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time on June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers RCS Shock Testing services for Shipboard Antennas AS-1735/SRC and AS-4163/URC. Key deliverables include:
- Pre-Test Services: Preparation of formal test procedures, design packages (MIL-DTL-901E), fabrication of fixtures, dummy weights, and mounting hardware.
- Large Displacement Shock Simulator (LDSS) Testing & Reporting: Calibration blows, antenna/fixture assembly installation, conducting specific test series on LDSS, providing seven days of site utilization per test unit, and submitting a formal test report within 30 business days post-completion.
- DFARS 252.211-7003 (Item Identification and Valuation) is applicable.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: Estimated 90 days ARO for each line item, generally from June 26, 2026, to September 24, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside. Intent to sole source to Hi-Test Laboratories.
- Submission Deadline: June 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Published Date: June 8, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes/responses must be submitted via email to Jaclyn Porter (jaclyn.l.porter.civ@us.navy.mil). The offeror's initial offer should represent their best quote in terms of price and technical acceptability. Required information includes FOB, Shipping Cost, IUID Labeling cost, Tax ID, UEID, Cage Code, Small Business status, Estimated Delivery Date, Pricelist (if available), and Total Amount.
Eligibility
Vendors must be authorized distributors of Hi-Test Laboratories and provide an official Letter of Authorization (LOA) signed by Hi-Test Laboratories to be considered. Offerors must also be registered in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
Inspection and acceptance will occur at Hi-Test Laboratories Facility by N3555A TPOC. The government will not pay for any information received in response to this notice.