INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE, OEM HOWELL LABORATORIES INC.- START AIR DEHYDRATOR
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 Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound, on behalf of Military Sealift Command, has issued an Intent to Sole Source for the procurement of BRAND NAME OEM HOWELL LABORATORIES INC., START AIR DEHYDRATOR and related components. This is a Firm Fixed-Price supply type contract. Responses regarding this sole source intent are due by February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.
Purpose & Scope
This notice signifies an intent to negotiate a sole source requirement for a START AIR DEHYDRATOR manufactured by Howell Laboratories Inc. The procurement includes:
- Item 0001: HEAT EXCHANGER AND CONDENSER FILTER (2 Each), requiring ABS certification and EMI/Vibration testing (MIL-STD 461G, ANSI S2.26), with DoD unique identification.
- Item 0002: CONDENSER FILTER INLET AND OUTLET HOSE (2 Each). The government anticipates awarding a firm, fixed-price contract.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Supply Type
- Solicitation Number: N0040626QS133
- Department/Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR PUGET SOUND
- Set-Aside: None specified; this is an Intent to Sole Source for a brand-name item.
- Delivery: On or before August 12, 2026, FOB Destination to MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS, San Diego, CA.
Submission & Questions
Interested parties who believe they can meet this brand-name requirement should submit their capabilities. All questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted via email to Aquaseia Osman (aquaseia.t.osman.civ@us.navy.mil). Invoices are to be submitted via WAWF (Wide Area Workflow).
Key Dates
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Published Date: February 11, 2026
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. Any exceptions to the solicitation's terms, conditions, or specifications must be explicitly noted. A single award will be made for all items; quoting less than the entire effort may result in unacceptability. Base access (DBIDS) must be requested as soon as possible after award.