1355-00-433-3214 TA68

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (N0010426RK002) is for the procurement of Air Stabilizers, MK-28 MOD-3, as detailed in various drawings and specifications. The government is procuring these items for potential use in various defense applications.

• Primary Item: Air Stabilizer, MK-28 MOD-3 (NSN: 4T-1355-00-433-3214-TA68).

• Associated Documentation: Requires adherence to NAVSEA Drawing 2301891 REV M, MIL-G-82455, and other associated drawings and specifications.

• Testing Requirements: Includes First Article (Preproduction) Testing (4 destructive samples required), Lot Acceptance Testing (per MIL-G-82455 and MIL-STD-105), and Periodic Production Sampling (per MIL-G-82455).

• Marking and Labeling: Specific instructions for marking outer shipping containers with "CONTAINS A MINIMAL AMOUNT OF EXPLOSIVE. HOWEVER, DOES NOT MEET THE DEFINITION OF EXPLOSIVE FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES." are provided.

• Configuration Control: Adherence to ANSI/EIA-649 for Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) and Request for Variance (RFV) is required.

• Packaging: Preservation, Packaging, and Packing shall be in accordance with associated drawings and specifications. Transportation data is provided, indicating "AMMUNITION NON EXPLOSIVES, MOTOR/RAIL: PARACHUTES, BOMBS" with a "Non Regulated" hazard classification.

• Unique Item Identification: Required for items with a government unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, and potentially for items below that threshold as identified in the schedule or table. Marking must comply with MIL-STD-130 and use two-dimensional data matrix symbology.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery schedules vary by CLIN, ranging from 150 to 510 calendar days from the date of award.

• Option: CLIN 0002 is an option with a validity period up to 365 days from the date of contract award, with a potential requirement of up to 76%.

• Proposal Submission: Electronic submission via email is required, with a 10MB limit per email. Proposals must be valid for a minimum of 120 days.

• Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on best value, considering Past Performance (Quality and Timeliness of Delivery) and Price. Past Performance is significantly more important than Price. Offerors must receive at least a "limited confidence" rating in past performance to be eligible for award.

• Key Deadlines: Offerors must submit questions no later than one (1) week prior to the initial solicitation closing date. The solicitation closing date is 06 Feb 2026 at 02:00 PM local time.

• Limitations on Subcontracting: Applies to set-aside portions of contracts, requiring that not more than 50% of the amount paid by the Government for contract performance be paid to subcontractors that are not similarly situated entities (with exceptions for general construction and special trade contractors).

• Small Business Representation: Offerors must represent their size status and socioeconomic status.

• Government Furnished Property (GFP): MK-316 Containers (324 units) will be provided. Delivery of GFP will be no earlier than 30 days prior to test.

• NIST SP 800-171: Offerors must have a current NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment (not more than 3 years old) posted in SPRS, or conduct and submit a Basic Assessment.

• FAR Clauses: Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and full text, covering areas such as inspection, acceptance, contract administration, representations and certifications, and special contract requirements.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 0005) modifies the solicitation N0010426RK002.

• The solicitation close date has been extended from May 18, 2026, to June 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.

• FAR Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors" (Deviation 2026-00040, Revision 1), effective April 2026, has been incorporated into the solicitation.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form (Response Due Date)

• Section I - Contract Clauses (Addition of FAR Clause 52.222-90)

The proposal submission deadline has been extended. Bidders should note the incorporation of the new FAR clause.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the solicitation close date.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

• The proposal response due date has been extended from April 17, 2026, to May 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.

Amendment / Modification

• The solicitation close date has been extended.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

• The proposal response due date has been extended from March 27, 2026, to April 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.

Amendment / Modification

• The solicitation close date has been extended.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

• The proposal response due date has been extended from March 6, 2026, to March 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing various data items required from a contractor. It specifies the type of data, submission requirements, frequency, and distribution for each item.

• Data Item A001 (Test Procedure): Requires a preliminary test procedure within 60 days of contract award, with a government response within 10 days, and a final test procedure within 10 days of draft approval.
• Data Item A002 (Test/Inspection Report): Requires a pre-production and production test report, with submission deadlines tied to First Article Test completion and subsequent lot acceptance testing.
• Data Item A003 (Failure Analysis/Corrective Action Report): Frequency is determined by First Article Test (FAT)/Lot Acceptance Test (LAT) failures. Interim reports are due 10 days after lot failure notification, and final reports are due 30 days after lot failure notification.
• Data Item A004 (Contractor's Progress, Status and Management Report): A monthly report (DD-375) due by the 5th day of each month after contract award.
• Data Item A005 (Certificate of Compliance): Required with each delivery, including the first article delivery, to show conformance to all associated drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.

This CDRL outlines the specific documentation and reporting deliverables expected from a contractor. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately estimate costs, timelines, and resources needed for contract fulfillment. The submission deadlines and distribution requirements are critical for proposal planning and execution.