Hydro Dynamic Test Fixture Testing
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order on a sole source basis to Arrowhead Products Corp. for Hydro Dynamic Test Fixture (HDTF) Testing. This is a combined synopsis and solicitation, but it is not a request for competitive quotes; however, all quotes received by the closing date will be considered for future requirements.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes:
- CLIN 0001: HDTF Testing for 11 units, in accordance with the attached Statement of Work, Government Drawing Package, and Specification documents.
- CLIN 0002: Data deliverables as per Exhibit A Contract Data Requirements List (Not Separately Priced).
The Government requires the use of Arrowhead Products' HDTF due to its unique ability to replicate exact conditions and provide certified results, with moving or manufacturing a new fixture deemed cost-prohibitive and causing unacceptable delays.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order (Sole Source)
- NAICS: 541330 ($25.5 million Small Business Size Standard)
- Period of Performance: Contract award to June 30, 2027
- Quote Due: June 4, 2026, at 1600 Eastern Time
- Published: May 28, 2026
Eligibility & Document Access
To access Distribution D and export-controlled drawings, offerors must:
- Possess a valid Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification.
- Have a NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment summary level score (not more than three years old) posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
- Have a CMMC Level 2 (self) assessment or higher posted in SPRS.
- Provide their CMMC UID to the Solicitation Point of Contact.
Quote Submission Requirements
Quotes must include:
- Price and delivery terms.
- Point of contact (phone, email), contractor CAGE Code, and Unique Entity ID.
- A breakdown of price elements: Direct labor, Direct Material, Other Direct Costs, Indirect costs, and Profit.
- Objective quality evidence to support price reasonability.
Additional Notes
Payment will be made via Electronic Payment through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to award. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including DFARS 252.204-7021 regarding CMMC Level Requirements.