13--PINTLE
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 MECH, has issued a Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source) for 427 PINTLE units (NSN 1H-1355-010903808). While the Government intends to negotiate with a single source, all responsible small business concerns are invited to identify their interest and capability. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The deadline for expressing interest is April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 427 PINTLE units, identified by NSN 1H-1355-010903808, with TDP VER 002. Delivery is FOB Origin. The Government possesses full rights to the technical data package, which is complete and free of technical data, engineering, tooling, or manufacturing restrictions. The item is considered a candidate for full and open competition based on its A/RMSC designation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 52.219-6)
- Response Due: April 20, 2026 (for general interest/capability statements)
- Commercial Item Interest Due: Within 15 days of the March 19, 2026 notice publication
- Published: March 19, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond. Proposals/statements received within 45 days of publication will be considered. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion. Award is contingent upon the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meeting qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1.
Additional Notes
Technical data, including Military and Federal Specifications and Standards, QPLs, and Military Handbooks, can be obtained from the DoD Single Stock Point (DODSSP) via ASSIST-Online (http://quicksearch.dla.mil/). The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. This acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements and the Buy American Act, depending on the inclusion of specific DFARS clauses. For inquiries, contact RACHEL E. KERN at RACHEL.E.KERN4.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or (717)605-7296.