LAU 131AA Launcher
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- N0017826Q6678
- Agency
-
Naval Sea Systems Command
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 332999 All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Dahlgren, Virginia 22448, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Naval Sea Systems Command, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren Division, is soliciting quotations for one LAU-131A/A Launcher (Part Number 1716AS326), a rocket component classified under NAICS Code 332999 and PSC Code 1340. This is a combined synopsis and solicitation issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a commercial item under FAR Part 12 simplified procedures. The procurement is being conducted on a sole source basis, with the Navy determining that no alternate launcher can integrate with the established mechanical and electrical interfaces or support the approved system configuration without extensive redesign, requalification, and flight testing that would introduce unacceptable cost, schedule, and operational risk. The contract will be awarded on a firm fixed-price basis with standard FAR and DFARS clauses applicable to commercial items, including Buy American provisions, Defense Priority and Allocations System (DPAS) rating, item unique identification requirements, cybersecurity controls, and export control compliance. Quotations are due by March 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time, with the solicitation having been posted on March 2, 2026.
This procurement includes no small business set-aside designation and is intended as a sole source award to Arnold Defense and Electronics, LLC, located in Arnold, Missouri. The contract delivery requirement is 190 calendar days from the date of award, with the item to be delivered FOB Destination to NSWC Dahlgren's receiving facility in Dahlgren, Virginia, which operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. local time. All offerors must maintain current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide updated representations and certifications annually. Payment will be made through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system with invoices submitted as an Invoice and Receiving Report combination document type. The contracting point of contact is Heather Hostinsky at 540-742-8882 or heather.g.hostinsky.civ@us.navy.mil.
Notice text
COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #: N0017826Q6678
Submitted by: Heather Hostinsky
NAICS Code: 332999
FSC Code: 1340
Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov: 3/2/2026
Anticipated Closing Date: 3/10/2026
Contracts POC Name: Heather Hostinsky
Telephone#: 540-742-8882
Email Address: heather.g.hostinsky.civ@us.navy.mil
PSC/FSC Code and Description: 1340- Rockets, Rocket Ammunition and Rocket Components
Basis for award:
__ Brand Name or Equal - FAR 6.103-1(d)
X Sole Source - FAR 6.103-1(b)
__ Full and Open - FAR 6.101
__Total Small Business Set Aside - FAR 19.104-1
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items or service prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 using the publicizing requirements of FAR Part 5.This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Synopsis/Solicitation N0017826Q6678 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The provisions and clauses incorporated in this solicitation are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement as of the date of issuance and are included in the attached SF 1449.
For commercial acquisitions using simplified procedures under FAR Part 12, Buy American applies unless the value exceeds the applicable Trade Agreements threshold, in which case Trade Agreements apply.
The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), intends to procure on a sole source basis for Arnold Defense and Electronics, LLC products. It was determined that no alternate launcher is capable of integrating with the established mechanical and electrical interfaces or supporting the approved system configuration without extensive redesign, requalification, and flight testing, which would introduce unacceptable cost, schedule, and operational risk. Arnold Defense and Electronics, LLC is located in Arnold, Missouri.
All costs associated with this requirement must be included in the quoted price. This includes shipping and freight to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114 as well as any tariff or duty charges. No additional costs may be added after award. Where applicable, DFARS 252.225-7013, Duty-Free Entry, will be incorporated. The Government will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and the order will be issued on a firm fixed-price basis.
All responsible offerors shall submit a quotation in response to this solicitation. By submission of a quotation, the offeror represents compliance with the applicable representations and certifications, which are incorporated by reference and completed in the System for Award Management (SAM), as applicable. Submission of a quotation shall constitute the offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions of this solicitation. The offeror shall provide documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming the offeror is an authorized reseller or distributor of the brand-name item(s) quoted. Quotations submitted without such documentation may not be considered for award. Quotations that take exception to the terms and conditions of this solicitation may be rejected.
Offerors are encouraged to submit published pricing, historical pricing data, or other information to support the Government’s price analysis and determination of fair and reasonable pricing. Quotes will only be accepted from authorized re-sellers who have provided a Letter of Authorization. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis.
In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.
Proposal is due by 10 March 2026, no later than 12:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 10 April 2026. Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to heather.g.hostinsky.civ@us.navy.milprior to the RFQ closing. Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017826Q6678 in the subject line.
Attachments –
-Requirements List
-SF1449: Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Solicitation - N0017826Q6678.pdf | ||
| Requirements_List.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet |
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