This opportunity is for the acquisition of 3 units of a specific part (NSN 7R-5845-016590089-CB) that requires engineering source approval from the government due to its flight-critical nature. Delivery is FOB origin, and only previously approved sources have been solicited, as the technical data is not adequate for full and open competition. New sources must submit qualification data per the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure, but the government cannot delay award pending approval of a new source. The government intends to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1, but all responsible parties may submit capability statements or proposals. No specific budget amount or performance location is mentioned in the description.

This opportunity is for the supply of new, unused, critical application items, with a required warranty of 365 days and a 45-day defect discovery period. The contractor must maintain a higher-level quality requirement of ISO 9001 or higher. Performance is governed by standard government clauses for fixed-price contracts, including FMS delivery instructions with TAC PE73 and N52212.ET. The solicitation response date has been extended to 21 September 2026. No specific budget amount or performance location is specified.