Fiber Optic Connector Repair
Overview
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Original Source
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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 Aircraft Division has issued a Presolicitation for Fiber Optic Connector Repair and related test sets for the P-8A Poseidon platform. The Government intends to award a contract on a limited competition basis to Cherokee Federal and its authorized distributors, citing FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source). While listed as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, the notice explicitly states Cherokee Federal as the sole designer/manufacturer. Responses are due June 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition includes:
- 15 units of P/N 4091AS0168-1: Fiber Optic Connector Repair kits (tools for repairs).
- 15 units of P/N 4091AS0166-1: Fiber Optic Insertion Loss Test Sets (FOTS) (specific test leads/adapters).
- 18 units of P/N 4091AS0270-1: Fiber Optic inspects and clean test sets (for testing, inspecting, and cleaning cable assemblies). These items are critical for the P-8A Poseidon platform's technical, form-fit-function requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Award)
- Agency: Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Lakehurst, NJ (Dept of the Navy)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5) - Note: Intent to award on limited competition basis.
- NAICS: 334417 - Fiber Optic Connectors manufacturing
- PSC: 4920 - Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment
- Published: June 3, 2026
- Response Due: June 19, 2026
Response & Evaluation
This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a request for competitive proposals. The Government will consider all responses received by the due date to determine if a full and open competitive requirement is feasible. Information received will be used solely for this purpose. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration. No contract will be awarded based on responses to this notice.
Contact
For inquiries, contact Ms. Alexis Kelly at alexis.r.kelly.civ@us.navy.mil.