16--VALVE,5 IN. A063
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 has issued a Presolicitation for the procurement of VALVE, 5 IN. A063 (NSN 1R-1680-016221449-EY, QTY 4 EA). The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1 due to the item's flight-critical nature and the requirement for Government source approval. Expressions of interest or capability statements are due by April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for four (4) units of VALVE, 5 IN. A063, with delivery FOB Origin. The item is designated as flight critical, and the Government lacks sufficient technical data for full and open competition. Therefore, Government source approval is mandatory prior to contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (intent to award sole source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source intent)
- Response Due: April 8, 2026 (for expressions of interest/capability statements). Proposals from non-approved sources received within 45 days of publication will be considered.
- Published: March 26, 2026
- Department/Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT
- Product/Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
Source Approval & Evaluation
Award is contingent upon the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meeting qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1. Unapproved sources must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice for Spares and Repair). Failure to provide required data will result in proposals not being considered. The time required for new source approval typically precludes award delays.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Military and Federal Specifications and Standards are available via the DOD Single Stock Point (DODSSP) at DAPS or ASSIST-Online.