53--GASKET
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 MECH, is issuing a Presolicitation for GASKETs (NSN 1H-5330-015642374-X3). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1 due to specific acquisition method codes. Responses from interested parties are due by May 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 24 GASKETs, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 1H-5330-015642374-X3, with Technical Data Package (TDP) Version 005. Deliveries are required for two locations: W25G1U, W1A8 DLA Distribution, New Cumberland, PA 17070-5002, and W62G2T, W1A8 DLA Dist San Joaquin, Tracy, CA 95304-5000.
The Acquisition Method Code (AMC)/Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) for this procurement is 3R. This signifies that the part must be acquired directly from the actual manufacturer, as the Government does not own the necessary data or rights to purchase from additional sources. It has been determined to be uneconomical to acquire the data or reverse engineer the part.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 5330 (Packing And Gasket Materials)
- Response Date: May 5, 2026 (45 days from publication for proposals, 30 days if under BOA)
- Published Date: April 4, 2026
Evaluation
The proposed contract action is for supplies for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. However, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. Proposals received within 45 days (or 30 days if an existing Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) is involved) after the publication date will be considered. The Government retains sole discretion regarding whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses to this notice. Market research indicates that FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, is not being used; however, interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: KIERSTEN L. SIPE
- Email: KIERSTEN.L.SIPE.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL
- Phone: (564)226-0650