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's NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of RUBSTRIP. This opportunity requires Government Source Approval prior to award. Potential offerors who are not already approved sources must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure. Quotes are due by May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the supply of RUBSTRIP. A critical aspect of this requirement is that items necessitate Government Source Approval. Unapproved sources must provide comprehensive data from the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure with their proposal. Failure to provide this information will result in the offer not being considered.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (expected to result in a Firm Fixed Price contract if FFP can be determined)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 11, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 5, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on compliance with solicitation requirements, including the mandatory Government Source Approval. Proposals from unapproved sources must include all data specified in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure. If source approval cannot be processed in time, or if approval requirements prevent timely acquisition, the award may proceed based on fleet support needs.
Additional Notes
Quotes must be submitted via email to JULIANNA.M.FIANDRA.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL. Offerors unable to determine a Firm Fixed Price should inform the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO). The NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure is available online under "COMMODITIES" at https://www.navsup.navy.mil/public/navsup/wss/business_opps/.