VFA Site Survey/Activation
SOL #: N00019-26-RFPREQ-TPM265-0624Pre-SolicitationSole Source
Overview
Buyer
Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND
PATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, United States
Place of Performance
Place of performance not available
NAICS
Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)
PSC
Education Services (U009)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
May 14, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 29, 2026, 8:00 PM
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 Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract on a sole-source basis to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation for VFA Site Survey/Activation services. This presolicitation notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals.
Scope of Work
The contract will cover:
- Performance of a Site Survey.
- Mx Academics training for one squadron.
- Provision of Logistics Consumables.
- Provision of Peculiar Support Equipment.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Intended Awardee: Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, Melbourne, FL
- Justification: Sole source under 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.103-1 ("Only One Responsible Source"). Northrop Grumman possesses the unique knowledge, experience, and technical data required to prevent unacceptable delays in meeting Navy operational requirements.
- Set-Aside: None (sole source)
- Product/Service Code: U009 (Education Services)
Response Information
- Purpose of Synopsis: To inform industry of the Government's intent and to allow interested parties to identify their capabilities.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Action for Interested Parties: Firms believing they can meet the requirements may submit capability information for consideration. This information will be used solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.
- Government Discretion: The Government's decision not to compete based on responses is at its sole discretion. This notice does not commit the Government to issue a solicitation or make an award.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Shannon Buckalew (shannon.r.buckalew.civ@us.navy.mil)
People
Points of Contact
Shannon BuckalewPRIMARY
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Posted: May 14, 2026