Winch Controller Assembly Bumper Bean Isolator Obsolescence
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 Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), in support of PMA-299, intends to award a sole-source Simplified Acquisition to Enterprise Ventures Corporation (EVC) for the evaluation, identification, and engineering solution for the Winch Controller Assembly (WCA) Bumper Bean Isolator obsolescence. This is a presolicitation.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves providing evaluation, identification, and a proposed engineering solution for the Winch Controller Assembly (WCA) (part number 38010-2; NIIN 016444306) Bumper Bean Isolator (part number PRV-0891-23). This component is part of the Airborne Mine Countermeasure (AMCM) Carriage, Stream, Tow and Recovery System (CSTRS) Weapons Replaceable Assembly (WRA).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a Simplified Acquisition (sole source intent)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 20, 2026
Evaluation & Intent
NAVAIR intends to award this contract on a sole-source basis to EVC under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), which permits other than full and open competition. EVC is identified as the sole designer, developer, systems integrator, and manufacturer of the Bumper Bean Isolator, possessing the unique knowledge, personnel, facilities, tooling, test equipment, experience, and technical data required. The Government does not intend to fund the development or qualification of other sources.
Additional Notes
While the intent is sole source, the Government will consider all proposals, quotations, or capability statements received by the response deadline. A determination not to compete this proposed contract based on responses is at the Government's discretion. Questions regarding subcontracting opportunities should be directed to Ms. Jennifer Blough at Enterprise Ventures Corporation.