HYDROPHONE SWAGE BANDS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a "Memorandum to the File" justifying the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. The procurement is for Hydrophone Swage Bands P/N: 6029159-001, which are critical components for the US and UK TR-333 Hydrophone used in the SP24 TRIDENT Navigation Subsystem, currently deployed in the TRIDENT Submarine Fleet.

• Hydrophone Swage Bands P/N: 6029159-001.

• The contractor shall submit production test and inspection report data (CDRL A001).

• The contractor shall provide material certification data (CDRL A002).

• The contractor shall generate and submit Certificates of Compliance with each shipment (CDRL A003).

• The contractor shall notify the government of any change in material, process, and location (CDRL A004).

• The contractor shall submit an electronic copy of the Accomplishment Report (CDRL A004).

• The acquisition is under the simplified acquisition threshold.

• The total dollar value is redacted.

• This document justifies soliciting from only one source, Russell's Tube Forming, identified as the sole qualified/approved vendor for these specific hydrophone swage bands.

• The justification is based on "Only One Responsible Source" due to Russell's Tube Forming being the only qualified/approved vendor that has passed all performance requirements.

• The document highlights that no substitute item is to be used without prior testing and approval, and that using a new vendor would incur significant costs and schedule impacts, potentially affecting strategic deterrent patrols.

• This justification is for other than full and open competition, specifically citing "Only One Responsible Source."

• The vendor is Russell's Tube Forming, located in Indianapolis, IN, with Cage Code 8U600.

• The document is dated August 2021, with a Contracting Officer approval date of May 11, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a sole source solicitation (N00164-26-Q-0155) from Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane for Hydrophone Swage Bands. The government intends to negotiate with one source, Russell Tube Forming, Inc., as they are the only qualified/approved vendor. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 332996.

• Procurement of Hydrophone Swage Bands.

• The contract action is for supplies or services.

• All responsible sources may submit a capability statement for consideration.

• Information received will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.

• Offers shall be e-mailed to Christina.l.staggs.civ@us.navy.mil.

• All required information must be received by 20 MAY 2026, 3:00 PM Eastern Time.

• This is a sole source action under FAR 13.106-1.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The solicitation is issued under FAR Part 13 procedures.

• Synopsis exception FAR 5.202(a)(13) applies.

• Interested vendors are responsible for monitoring https://sam.gov/ for any amendments.

• Changes made after the closing date will only be provided to offerors who submit a quote.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Hydrophone Swage Bands, Part Number (P/N) 6029159-001. The government intends to solicit and negotiate with one source, Russell Tube Forming, Inc., under the authority of FAR 13.106-1, as they are the only qualified/approved vendor for these specific bands. Responsible sources may submit a capability statement for consideration.

• Hydrophone Swage Bands P/N: 6029159-001

• Production Test and Inspection Report (CDRL A001)

• Material Certification (CDRL A002)

• Certificate of Compliance (CDRL A003)

• Material and Manufacturing Changes (CDRL A004)

• Accomplishment Report (CDRL A005)

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Deliveries are due on or before August 24, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but quantities are listed for various line items.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Close of business on May 20, 2026.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not detailed in the provided sections, but will likely involve technical capability and price.

• This solicitation is NOT a small business set-aside.

• The government is soliciting from a single source, Russell Tube Forming, Inc., but will consider capability statements from other responsible sources.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to contract administration, payment, cybersecurity, representations, certifications, and other requirements.

• Payment requests and receiving reports are to be submitted via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (Self) is required for systems processing Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).