RSI EFDI
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 Warfare Center, Weapons Division, China Lake, intends to award a firm fixed-price sole source contract to Reynolds Systems Inc. for RSI EFDI parts. This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, not a Request for Quote (RFQ), and no solicitation will be issued. Interested parties may submit capability statements by May 11, 2026, 7 AM PST, to challenge the sole source justification.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for:
- RSI EFDI: 150 units
- RSI EFDI inert: 50 units
Reynolds Systems Inc. is identified as the sole source provider because the items are direct replacement parts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Firm Fixed Price contract intended)
- Intended Contractor: Reynolds Systems Inc., 18649 Hwy 175, Middletown, CA 95461
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 11, 2026, 7 AM PST
- Published: May 4, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement without compromising quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule may submit a clear and concise capability statement. The response should reference solicitation number N68936-26-SIMACQ-D550000/E550000-0216.
Additional Notes
All responsible sources must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov). Entities registering or renewing in SAM must be aware of the requirement for an original, signed notarized letter identifying the authorized Entity Administrator, which can take several days to process. An 'Active' SAM registration is required for contract awards.