Equipment Calibration Services
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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 Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD), under the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for Equipment Calibration Services for its Airborne Instrumentation Systems Division (AISD) Machine Shop. This requirement is for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to provide metrology and calibration support. The acquisition is Unrestricted (Full and Open Competitive Basis). Proposals are due June 09, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) metrology and calibration services. Key tasks include:
- Performing on-site calibration at least once per year, with the first by July 15, 2026.
- Transporting TMDE to the contractor facility for calibration if on-site service is not possible, with a two-week return turnaround.
- Proper handling, storage, and transport of calibration items.
- Removing old calibration labels and attaching new ones with contractor name, equipment status, and next calibration due date.
- Maintaining an online database of calibrated equipment, including make, model, serial number, last calibration date, and next due date.
- Providing a Calibration Report/Certificate for each item, accompanying the equipment and sent to the AISD Calibration Program Manager.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: A base year (May 25, 2026 - May 24, 2027) with two one-year option periods, totaling up to three years.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competitive Basis)
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- Proposal Due Date: June 09, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific Time
- Published Date: May 29, 2026 (latest amendment)
Eligibility & Submission
Offerors must be an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited company, meeting ISO/IEC 17025 and/or ANSI/NCSL Z540-1 or Z540-3 requirements. Proposals should include a separate quote with specifications. Evaluation factors include Price, Delivery (calibration turnaround time), and Proof of required accreditations, with award made without discussions. The requirement for CDRL/CMMC has been removed by amendment. All responsible sources must be registered in SAM.gov and are advised to maintain an "Active" status.
Important Notes
Bidders must review the provided Government Furnished Property (GFP) Module (GFP Module.xlsx) to understand the scope of government-provided items. Invoicing and payment will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Early delivery is accepted at no additional cost. Vendors and technical contacts must coordinate base access prior to arrival at Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA.