Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Pioneering Decisive Solutions, Inc for the Commander, Fleet Readiness Center to Procure Services to Support the Aviation Rapid Action Team
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 Systems Command (NAVAIR), Commander, Fleet Readiness Center (COMFRC), intends to award a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract on a sole source basis to Pioneering Decisive Solutions, Inc (PIDESO). This contract is for Contractor Engineering Technical Services (CETS) to support the Aviation Rapid Action Team (ARAT). This is a Special Notice and not a request for competitive quotes, but responsible sources may submit capability statements. The deadline for capability statements is May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
COMFRC requires CETS for the ARAT, encompassing a broad range of engineering, technical, and logistics support services. Key areas include:
- Engineering & Technical Support: Capability analysis, design and development, component testing and repair, component reverse engineering analysis, diagnosis and resolution of software and hardware failure modes, material obsolescence mitigation, technical documentation, and workforce training.
- Logistics Support: Support equipment management, facilities and infrastructure planning, and logistics analysis of U.S. Naval Aviation maintenance and supply systems data.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Contract
- Duration: Base year + 4 Option Years
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due (Capability Statements): May 1, 2026, by 18:00 ET
- Published: April 16, 2026
- Product Service Code: R425 - Engineering And Technical Services
- Place of Performance: St James, MD, United States
Evaluation
The Government intends to award this contract to PIDESO based on Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.103-1(b), citing only one responsible source capable of satisfying agency requirements. Capability statements received from other sources will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive quotes. The Government will not reimburse interested parties for any presentation, marketing efforts, or data related to this notice. All capability statements should be submitted to Lori Sinclair at lori.b.sinclair.civ@us.navy.mil.