Submarine Safety Rail (Flying Bridge) Stanchions
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 (Supervisor of Shipbuilding Groton) has awarded a Firm Fixed-Price contract for Submarine Safety Rail (Flying Bridge) Stanchions. This action was conducted as a sole-source procurement awarded to GK Mechanical Systems in Brookfield, CT.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the procurement of replacement parts for Submarine Sail Safety Stanchions (Flying Bridge). These components are critical for safety during submarine surface operations. The requirement specified that the parts must be obtained from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) due to their proprietary nature; the Navy indicated that these parts are not available through Navy Stock or alternative sources, and a "brand name or equal" description was not feasible.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Award Date: Notice published February 3, 2026
- Need Date: August 14, 2026
- Vendor: GK Mechanical Systems
- Location: Brookfield, CT
Evaluation
This was a non-competitive award justified under "Other Than Full and Open Competition" for requirements valued at less than $250,000. The contracting officer determined that GK Mechanical Systems is the only source capable of satisfying the requirement as the OEM of the proprietary equipment.
Additional Notes
A notice of intent to award sole source was posted prior to the final award. The justification was officially executed on December 4, 2025.