53--LOCKNUT
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 is conducting a presolicitation for the sole-source procurement of 25 LOCKNUTS (NSN 5310-016338457). This action is anticipated under FAR 6.302-1 due to the Government not owning the necessary drawings or data rights, and deeming it uneconomical to acquire them or reverse engineer the part. An amendment has extended the deadline for offers. Responses are due by May 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Requirement
This procurement is for 25 each of NSN 5310-016338457, in accordance with Emerson Drawing 20307 find number 15. The Government explicitly states it does not possess the drawings or data rights for this NSN and will not provide them. It has been determined that acquiring the data or rights, or reverse engineering the part, would be uneconomical.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a Sole-Source Procurement
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Set-Aside: None
- Quantity: 25 EA
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time (as extended by amendment)
- Published: May 7, 2026 (Original notice publication date)
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. 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 under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement) of the original publication date will be considered. The Government reserves the discretion to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses. Award is contingent upon the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meeting qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items), but interested parties may identify commercial item capabilities within 15 days of this notice.
Amendment Details
An amendment posted on April 30, 2026, extended the hour and date for receipt of offers to May 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time. It also confirmed the quantity for item 0001AA as 25 EA and noted a change in the Solicitation Point of Contact.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Rachel E. Snyder at RACHEL.E.SNYDER@NAVY.MIL or (717)605-7296.