16--CARTRIDGE,OPERATING- AND SIMILAR REPLACEMENT PARTS, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
Overview
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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 (WSS), is issuing a Solicitation (RFQ) for the repair and modification of CARTRIDGE, OPERATING, and similar replacement parts. This opportunity requires contractors to submit quotes for either firm-fixed price or estimated costs for repair services. Proposals are due April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the repair, overhaul, upgrade, testing, and inspection of specific items, including CARTRIDGE, OPERATING (P/N 474618-1-02 and 474618-1-01), to a Ready For Issue (RFI) condition. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary facilities, labor, materials, parts, and tooling. Work must adhere to KIDDE TECHNOLOGIES INC drawings (e.g., 474618-1-02, 474618-1-01) and MIL-STD-130 markings. Key aspects include:
- Inspection, component repair/replacement, reassembly, and testing.
- Adherence to approved repair/overhaul manuals and specifications.
- Contractor responsibility for all manufacturing aids and materials, unless specified as Government Furnished Material (GFM).
- Strict procedures for Beyond Economical Repair (BER), Missing on Induction (MOI), and Over and Above Repair (OAR), requiring PCO/DCMA approval.
- Prohibition of part cannibalization without specific approval.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ) for repair services.
- Set-Aside: Not Applicable (Small Business Administration determined no set-aside was applicable).
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Published: March 26, 2026.
Key Requirements
Contractors must establish and maintain a quality system compliant with ISO 9001/SAE AS9100 and a calibration system meeting ANSI/NCSL Z540.3 or equivalent. A configuration management plan in accordance with NAVICPIA18 is also required. The specified repair source and location is KIDDE TECHNOLOGIES INC, 4200 AIRPORT DRIVE NW, Wilson, NC 27893-9643 (Cage Code: 61423). All parts and materials must be new (FAR 52.211-5) unless PCO-approved, and subject to strict control and receiving inspection.
Additional Notes
Contact Caitlin V. Donahue at caitlin.v.donahue.civ@us.navy.mil or 215-697-2198 for inquiries. The Government's acceptance of a proposal constitutes a bilateral agreement.