SLING,ROCKET HANDLI
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 Mechanicsburg, has issued a solicitation for the manufacture and supply of SLING,ROCKET HANDLI. This opportunity requires adherence to specific design, manufacturing, and quality assurance standards, including mandatory First Article Testing (FAT). Proposals are due by April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the manufacture and quality control of SLING,ROCKET HANDLI in accordance with specified drawings, particularly drawing 7052489 (cage 53711), and military standards such as MIL-STD-130 for marking. Key aspects include:
- Design, Manufacture, and Performance: Must meet requirements on drawing 7052489.
- Marking and Serialization: Items must be marked per MIL-STD-130 and serialized according to drawing 7052489 Note 12, with serial numbers obtained from NUWC Newport.
- Quality Assurance: The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, including a First Article Test/Inspection Report (DD Form 1423) and a Production Lot Quality Conformance Test Plan.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (expected bilateral award, likely Fixed-Price)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: March 31, 2026
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- First Article Testing (FAT): Mandatory. Offerors must submit a First Article Qualification Test Plan for approval and cost FAT requirements separately. Government may witness or perform FAT.
- Past Performance: NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
- Authorized Distributors: Consideration for award will only be given to authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item. Proof of authorization on company letterhead is required with the offer.
- Drawings Access: Access to drawings must be requested on the individual solicitation page on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the listed Point of Contact.
- Priority Rating: Any contract awarded will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). All contractual documents will be issued electronically. Offerors must provide the packaging location if different from their address.
Contact: Zachary Morrill at ZACHARY.R.MORRILL.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-1552.