Indicator, air speed

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support in Philadelphia is seeking to procure an air speed indicator, specifically NSN 7R-6610-011644328-VH, with a quantity of one unit to be delivered FOB origin. The procurement will be conducted on a competitive basis using FAR Part 13 and Part 15 procedures, with specific focus on acquiring a specialized flight instrument. Approved sources for this procurement are limited to three manufacturers: Carp Industries, Aeronic, and Sikorsky. Any manufacturer not currently approved must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR), though the procurement will not be delayed pending SAR approval. The competitive solicitation is expected to result in an award to one of the pre-approved sources, with a proposal due date of January 20, 2025.

The procurement does not utilize any specific set-aside designations and is classified under PSC Category 6610 for Flight Instruments. The total contract quantity is one unit, and the procurement is being conducted by a Defense agency within the Department of the Navy. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the competitive nature suggests potential pricing negotiations among the approved manufacturers. The solicitation indicates that the government has conducted market research and determined that FAR Part 12 policies for commercial item acquisition will not be applied to this specific procurement. The contract opportunity was initially posted on December 5, 2024, and represents a targeted acquisition for a specific military equipment component with stringent source approval requirements.