This is a procurement for 10 units of a specialized part that requires engineering source approval from the design control activity to maintain quality. The work must be acquired or repaired only from existing approved sources who retain essential data rights and knowledge. Any alternate source must undergo a qualification process approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Documents related to the procurement can be obtained online via ASSIST-Quick Search or through the DoD Single Stock Point in Philadelphia, PA.

This is a manufacturing requirement for the BLK3 Towed Array Grooved tile, a classified naval component. The work requires a U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher and the government has pre-approved sources for the material. First Article Testing and Production Lot Testing are required, with the First Article Testing to be conducted at the contractor's expense at a government facility in Philadelphia, PA. The contract includes an option for the government to increase the quantity by a specified percentage within 180 days after award.