16--NRP,FLWR PILLOW BLO
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, is soliciting proposals for the new manufacture of spare parts identified as NRP, FLWR PILLOW BLO (Product Service Code 1680). These items are classified as Flight Critical and are for a crucial shipboard system. Proposals are due April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture of spare parts in accordance with NAWC LAKEHURST drawing number 3890AS003770-01, Revision LATEST. The components are for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) and are designated as "Critical" material, necessitating special control procedures. Extensive quality assurance (QA) is required, including 100% inspection for critical characteristics and mandatory First Article Testing (FAT). The contractor is responsible for all manufacturing and testing equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (unit price per CLIN)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Limited Competition to Government Approved Sources)
- Proposal Due: April 20, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST
- Published: April 1, 2026
- Proposal Validity: 120 days minimum
Source Approval & Evaluation
This is a limited competition restricted to government-approved sources. Current approved sources include General Atomic, Timken, and Applied Technologies. New manufacturers must obtain engineering source approval from Naval Air Systems Command by submitting a comprehensive Source Approval Request (SAR), including detailed documentation (e.g., configuration drawings, process sheets, comparative analysis) by the solicitation's closing date. Offers will be evaluated on both price and non-price factors (capacity, delivery, past performance), with non-price factors considered more important than price. A waiver for First Article Approval Requirements may be considered for offerors with recent, identical production history under specific conditions, requiring two price submissions.
Submission & Contact
Proposals must be emailed. For information or questions, contact Katlyn Galetto at Katlyn.m.galetto.civ@us.navy.mil or 215-697-6549. Final inspection notification requires contacting Jose Torraca at jose.g.torraca.civ@us.navy.mil.