Hydraulic actuator

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure 10 hydraulic actuators with National Stock Number 7H-4810-015456725-Q5, using Technical Data Package Version 003. The agency intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1, acknowledging that they do not currently own the data or rights to procure or repair the part from alternative sources. Interested vendors may submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements within 45 days of the publication date (30 days if awarded under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement). The government will consider all proposals received during this period, with the ultimate determination of competitive procurement remaining at their discretion. Market research indicates that the acquisition will not utilize FAR Part 12 policies for commercial items, though vendors may identify commercial item capabilities within 15 days of the notice.

This pre-solicitation notice does not include a specific set-aside designation and does not mention an incumbent contractor or precise award value. The delivery terms are FOB Origin, and the procurement is categorized under Product Service Code 4810 for Powered Valves. The opportunity was initially posted on August 11, 2024, with a response deadline of February 28, 2025. The government has determined that purchasing data rights or reverse engineering the part would be uneconomical, which influenced their approach to this procurement. While all responsible sources may express interest, the government retains full discretion in determining whether to pursue a competitive or sole-source procurement based on the responses received.