RUBSTRIP
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 for RUBSTRIP items. This opportunity requires Government Source Approval prior to award. Quotes are due by May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of "RUBSTRIP" items. Bidders must ensure they are an approved source or submit a source approval request with their proposal. Failure to provide required source approval data will result in offers not being considered for award. If a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) cannot be determined, the PCO should be informed.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (implies Firm Fixed Price, if determinable)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 11, 2026
- Published: May 5, 2026
Evaluation
Award is contingent upon Government Source Approval. Offers from unapproved sources must include all data detailed in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure. Proposals lacking this information will not be considered. If evaluation of a source approval request cannot be processed in time, or approval requirements preclude timely acquisition, award may proceed based on fleet support needs.
Submission & Contact
Quotes must be submitted via email to JULIANNA.M.FIANDRA.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL. The NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure, detailing required information for unapproved sources, is available online at https://www.navsup.navy.mil/public/navsup/wss/business_opps/ under "COMMODITIES."