This notice serves as a pre-solicitation synopsis for the repair of 17 ea. NSN 0RH 5836 016847012, 1008-01000-15-101, RECORDER, VIDEO, for Foreign Military Sales Kuwait.
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 Weapon Systems Support has issued a pre-solicitation synopsis for the repair of 17 Video Recorders (NSN 0RH 5836 016847012) for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Kuwait. This requirement is sole source to Mercury Mission Systems LLC, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), due to their exclusive possession of repair data and capabilities. However, all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations for consideration. Responses are due 45 days after the publication date of May 27, 2026, which is July 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the repair of 17 specific video recorders (NSN 0RH 5836 016847012, P/N 1008-01000-15-101). The items are Government Property and require repair and/or modification. The OEM, Mercury Mission Systems LLC, maintains design control and technical data essential for quality repair.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation Synopsis (intent to negotiate sole source)
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source and Other Limited Circumstances)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source)
- Published: May 27, 2026
- Response Due: July 11, 2026 (45 days after publication)
Evaluation & Source Approval
While the Government intends to solicit Mercury Mission Systems LLC, all responsible sources may submit capability statements. Submissions must include:
- Company Name and CAGE Code
- Part Number/NIIN eligible to repair
- OEM status (yes/no)
- If not OEM, explanation of technical capacity to perform repairs
- Small Business status (type, if applicable)
- Company Point of Contact
Crucially, an alternate source must qualify through Government source approval prior to contract award. Information on the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochure is available via the PCO or the NAVSUP website. Offers from unapproved sources must include all data required by this brochure. Failure to provide required source approval data will result in non-consideration.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. The Government's determination not to compete is at its sole discretion. Award may proceed based on Fleet support needs even if source approval requests are still pending or cannot be processed in time. For questions, contact Jake Tarlini at jacob.a.tarlini.civ@us.navy.mil or 215-697-2558.