Headspace Gages

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division is seeking to procure two complete MK22 Headspace Gages kits through this combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items. Each kit must contain specific headspace gages for multiple calibers including 7.62mm NATO, .300 NORMA, .338 NORMA, and .300 Winchester Magnum, along with a firing pin protrusion gage, with all equipment required to be new from the Original Equipment Manufacturer. This is an all-or-none requirement where partial quotes will be rejected, and offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for consideration. The government will evaluate proposals using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology and award a single purchase order to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to requirements and is most advantageous to the government. The original response deadline of June 24, 2025 has been extended to June 25, 2025 through an amendment that also added additional technical drawings to the solicitation package.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to qualifying small business entities. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent contractors or specify award values, focusing instead on the technical requirements for the precision measurement tools designed for weapons assessment. Delivery is required within 12 weeks after contract award, with all items to be delivered to the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Corona, California. The place of performance is specified as Norco, California 92860, and the procurement falls under NAICS code 332710 (Machine Shops) and PSC code 3470 (Machine Shop Sets, Kits, And Outfits). The solicitation emphasizes that no secondary market or gray market items will be accepted, ensuring only original manufacturer equipment meets the government's requirements.