RIGHT & LEFT PLUG SEALS
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 DLA MARITIME PUGET SOUND has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract to NORTHROP GRUMMAN for RIGHT & LEFT PLUG SEALS. This action is based on NORTHROP GRUMMAN being the sole authorized manufacturer. Interested parties capable of fulfilling this requirement must submit documentation by May 15, 2026, 10 AM PST.
Scope of Work
This notice pertains to the procurement of existing right and left plug seals. NORTHROP GRUMMAN is identified as the manufacturer of the current seals and the only company authorized to manufacture or modify the existing system.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent (to award sole-source, firm fixed-price contract)
- Intended Contractor: NORTHROP GRUMMAN (CAGE CODE: 31442)
- Justification: FAR 6.302-1 (Sole Source)
- Desired Delivery: July 20, 2026
- NAICS Code: 339991 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing)
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 10 AM PST
- Published: May 14, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (intended sole-source)
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, responses from interested parties demonstrating clear and convincing capability will be fully considered to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The government retains sole discretion in this determination. Information received will be used for market research purposes.
Additional Notes
Respondents will not be reimbursed for costs incurred. All prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. Submissions, including organization details and tailored capability statements, should be emailed to NAOMI LARSON at naomi.larson@dla.mil with "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE FOR SPMYM226Q7175" in the subject line.