53--CASTER
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's NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech has issued a solicitation for the manufacture of Casters (P/N# 42PY10405S004), originally manufactured by COLSON CASTERS. The required quantity has been increased from 28 to 40 units. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of Casters (P/N# 42PY10405S004) that meet specified material and physical requirements. Key aspects include:
- Manufacturing & Design: Adherence to material and physical specifications for the CASTER.
- Marking: Items must be marked in accordance with applicable Military Standards, including MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5.
- Configuration Control: Compliance with MIL-STD-973 for Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Deviations, and Waivers. Submissions are required to NAVICP-MECH.
- Quality Assurance: The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements. The Government reserves the right to perform inspections and requires inspection records to be maintained for 365 days post-delivery. GOVERNMENT SOURCE INSPECTION per FAR 52.246-2 IS REQUIRED.
- Packaging: Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
- Alternate Items: Proposals for alternate items will be considered, provided a complete technical description is submitted for Government review to ensure minimum requirements are met.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 5340 (Hardware)
- Proposal Due: April 10, 2026, at 8:30 PM Eastern Time
- Published Date: March 20, 2026
- Issuance: Contractual documents are considered "issued" when deposited in mail, transmitted by facsimile, or sent by other electronic commerce methods (e.g., email).
Additional Information
Payment instructions will follow Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). For inquiries, contact Joshua D. Martin at JOSHUA.D.MARTIN4@NAVY.MIL or 717-605-4356.