Sole Source, Conical Shock Test (CST) Panels
Overview
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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 Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order on a sole source basis to Collins Aerospace for Conical Shock Test (CST) Panels. This procurement is for new panels identical in form, fit, and function to existing infrastructure, critical for ensuring the validity and integrity of test data. Quotes are due by March 6, 2026, at 1400 EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the supply of two (2) Conical Shock Test (CST) Panels, specifically Part Number CAVES-CST-002. These panels are essential for critical testing and must be identical to those currently manufactured by Collins Aerospace to avoid mission impact and delays. Delivery is required FOB Origin by May 15, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- NAICS Code: 332510 (Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Sole Source to Collins Aerospace)
- Submission Deadline: March 6, 2026, 1400 Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Published Date: March 4, 2026
- Delivery Date: By May 15, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to elizabeth.a.peckham2.civ@us.navy.mil. Required information includes item prices, shipping costs, delivery terms, point of contact (phone and email), CAGE Code, and UEI number. Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 60 days. This is not a request for competitive quotes, as the government has determined Collins Aerospace to be the only source capable of meeting the specialized needs. Quotes received may be used to determine future competitive procurement.
Additional Notes
- CMMC Level 2 (Self) is required prior to award for contractors processing, storing, or transmitting Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory prior to award.
- Unique Item Identifier (UII) is required for delivered items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, per DFARS Clause 252.211-7003.
- Applicable FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference.