WH1 System
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract on a sole source basis to Bowhead Professional Solutions LLC for the manufacture and delivery of WH1 System components. This notice is for informational purposes and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The acquisition is pursued under the statutory authority of 10 USC 4022(f)(1) for prototype follow-on production contracts. Responses from interested sources are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor shall manufacture and deliver WH1 System components according to the provided WH1 Technical Data Package (TDP) and WH1 Auxiliary Components packages. These components are required to support the integration of the WH1 System into various platforms.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Sole Source (Intent to Award)
- NAICS: 332993
- Product Service Code: 1315 (Ammunition, 75 Mm Through 125 Mm)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Published: April 22, 2026
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent, not a solicitation. The Government will consider all responses received but is not obligated to pursue a competitive acquisition. A determination not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion. Responses will be used for market research purposes.
Additional Notes
Interested sources must provide their organization name, address, point of contact, phone number, fax number, e-mail address, business size, taxpayer identification number, DUNS number, CAGE Code, and a summary of their company's capabilities. All information must be submitted at no cost or obligation to the U.S. Government. Requests for solicitation will not receive a response.