Serpent LPU
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, Naval Air Warfare Center Air Div, intends to procure 200 Life Preserver Units, Serpent LPU Part Number S-9510-1. This is a sole source presolicitation to Switlik Parachute Company (CAGE Code: 78673), a small business and the original equipment manufacturer. These assets are required for the qualification of the Survival Vest System Improvement (SVSI) program. Responses are due June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 200 Serpent LPU P/N S-9510-1 units to support ongoing qualification and testing activities for the SVSI program. Switlik Parachute Company is identified as the only known source capable of providing these proprietary items, meeting the Government's technical and performance requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Presolicitation (Simplified Acquisition)
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: St James, MD, United States
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability by submitting a written capability statement via email to Ms. Amy Wescott (amy.l.wescott.civ@us.navy.mil) or Mr. Greg Tollefsen (greg.tollefsen@navy.mil). The Government will consider all information received to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A decision not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion. No phone inquiries will be entertained. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Switlik Parachute Company directly.