Cap assembly, valve

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure Cap Assembly, Valve components with National Stock Number 1H-4820-011262741-L1, specifically requiring 3 units to be delivered FOB Origin. This pre-solicitation notice indicates the government intends to negotiate with a single source under FAR 6.302-1 due to unique data rights and economic constraints surrounding the part. The agency has determined it is uneconomical to purchase data rights or reverse engineer the component, limiting competitive procurement options. Potential vendors have 45 days from the May 20, 2025 publication date to express interest or submit capability statements, though the government retains sole discretion in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Responses will be evaluated primarily to assess potential sources' capability to meet the specific technical requirements of the valve assembly.

The pre-solicitation notice does not indicate any specific set-aside designations, meaning the opportunity is open to all responsible sources. No incumbent contractor or specific award value is disclosed in the documentation. The procurement involves a relatively small quantity of 3 valve assemblies, with a potential contract timeline spanning from the June 20, 2025 response deadline through potential contract execution. The technical data package (TDP) version 002 provides the baseline specifications for the required components. While the notice invites potential vendors to demonstrate interest and capability, it emphasizes that this is not a formal competitive proposal request, and the government maintains significant discretion in determining the procurement approach.