59--SWITCH, FLOAT
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, intends to award a sole-source contract for Float Switches (NSN 1H-5930-017190822-X5). This presolicitation notice is for the procurement of 4 units to be delivered to DLA Distribution Norfolk, VA. The government plans to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1 due to proprietary data rights and the uneconomical nature of reverse engineering.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for four (4) Float Switches, identified by NSN 1H-5930-017190822-X5 and TDP VER 001. The items are to be delivered to SW3117, DLA Distribution Norfolk, VA 23511-0001. The government states that it does not own the rights to use data needed to purchase/repair this part from additional source(s) and that reverse engineering is uneconomical.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Sole Source Intent
- Set-Aside: None (Unrestricted)
- Response Due: April 21, 2026
- Published: March 25, 2026
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract. While not a request for competitive proposals, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond. Proposals, quotations, or capability statements received within 45 days (or 30 days if under an existing BOA) of the publication date will be considered by the Government solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
The proposed action is for supplies where the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements). Information on obtaining military and federal specifications and standards is provided, with most documents available via ASSIST-Online. Patterns, Drawings, and Purchase Descriptions are not stocked at DODSSP.