59--SWITCH, W/RETRO KIT
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 soliciting proposals for a SWITCH, W/RETRO KIT. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The requirement is for a specific part from DRS POWER & CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES, INC, Part Number MC-040743-01. Quotes are due by May 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and design of a SWITCH, W/RETRO KIT, which includes a switch (MC-010396) and cables. The furnished item must meet specified requirements, including design, material, and dimensions in accordance with the manufacturer and part number cited. A key requirement is the exclusion of mercury in the hardware or supplies. No technical drawings or data are provided, as the part number is considered fully descriptive.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 5930 (Switches)
- Response Due: May 21, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 15, 2026
- Pricing Validity: Quotes must be valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified by the offeror.
Key Requirements & Instructions
- Order of Precedence: In case of conflict, Section "C" of the contract/purchase order takes precedence over Section "D". A detailed order of precedence for technical documentation is also provided.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must include an explanation, justification, and an evaluation demonstrating no impact on quality, form, fit, or function. Supporting technical data is required for alternate items.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must provide and maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government.
- Packaging: Packaging requirements are detailed, referencing MIL-PRF-23199, MIL-DTL-24466, and MIL-STD 2073. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
- Deliverables: A Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) is required at the time of material delivery for each unique combination of contract number, national stock number, and item nomenclature.
- DD Form 1423: Extensive guidance is provided for understanding and completing the DD Form 1423, including definitions for blocks related to inspection, acceptance, distribution statements, and pricing groups.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: AMBER.C.LONG3.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, Phone: 7712290053