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 NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price Supply contract on a sole source basis to HOWELL LABORATORIES INC. for an OEM HOWELL LABORATORIES INC. START AIR DEHYDRATOR. This action is authorized under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i).
Scope of Work
This procurement is for a specific OEM START AIR DEHYDRATOR manufactured by Howell Laboratories Inc. The requirement is for a supply-type contract.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Supply
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Anticipated Solicitation Posting: January 29, 2026
- Anticipated Solicitation Closing: February 4, 2026
- Response Due for this Notice: February 2, 2026, 3:00 PM PST
- Published: January 29, 2026
Evaluation
This is an intent to sole source. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals prior to the offer due date. Responses will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete this action based on responses is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
The procurement will utilize FAR Part 12 and 13 procedures. The solicitation and any amendments will be posted on SAM.gov. Prospective offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov and must be registered in the System for Awards Management (SAM) to receive an award. No telephone or FAX requests will be accepted. All questions should be submitted via email to Aquaseia Osman at aquaseia.t.osman.civ@us.navy.mil.