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 manufacture of new spare parts for a Flight Critical ALRE (Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment) application item (NRP,FLWR PILLOW BLO, PSC 1680) in Philadelphia, PA. This is a limited competition primarily targeting government-approved sources. Offers will be evaluated on both price and non-price factors, with non-price factors (capacity, delivery, past performance) being more important than price. Proposals are due June 12, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture of new, flight-critical spare parts. The components are classified as "Critical material" for a crucial shipboard system, requiring stringent quality control to prevent serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems/aircraft. The work involves manufacturing, testing, and inspection in accordance with NAWC LAKEHURST drawing number 3890AS003770-01, Revision LATEST, and referenced specifications.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (Competitive Procedures)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Limited Competition)
- Award Basis: Best Value, with non-price factors (capacity, delivery, past performance) more important than price.
- Pricing: Firm Fixed Price per CLIN; tiered pricing not accepted.
- Source Approval: Mandatory. Only companies with prior engineering source approval by Naval Air Systems Command are eligible. Unapproved sources must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) with their proposal, including detailed documentation per the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure. Approved sources are General Atomic, Timken, and Applied Technologies.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required for new manufacturers. Involves a single uncoated unit, government witness, 100% inspection of critical/major dimensions, and a detailed test report. A waiver for FAT may be granted for offerors who have previously delivered identical production units within three years from the same facility, provided specific certifications are submitted.
- Quality Assurance: Adherence to MIL-STD-130 markings, 100% PCO mandatory inspection at source by DCMAO QAR, and 100% inspection of critical characteristics. Final inspection requires 14 days' notice to PCO and NAWC Lakehurst QA. All ALRE CAI manufacturing and inspection records must be maintained for seven years.
Submission Requirements
- Proposal Submission: Quotes may be emailed to Katlyn.m.galetto.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Validity: Proposals must remain valid for a minimum of 120 days.
- Format: Both non-price factors and price should be included in one single document.
- Late Offers: Will not be considered.
Timeline & Contact
- Proposals Due: June 12, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: May 14, 2026.
- Contact: Katlyn Galetto at Katlyn.m.galetto.civ@us.navy.mil or 215-697-6549.