MHU-191 Transporter Assemblies FY25

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) - Picatinny Detachment is seeking to procure MHU-191 Transporter Assemblies for use in transporting and loaning weapons, stores, and equipment on Combatant Ships. This procurement is being conducted by the Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command, targeting manufacturers capable of producing portable ordnance handling equipment. The contract will be structured as a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) acquisition with an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) format, consisting of five ordering periods and a single award. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, the opportunity is classified under NAICS code 332710 for Machine Shops with a size standard of 500 employees. The key dates for this opportunity include a posting date of April 10, 2025, and a response due date of April 25, 2025, with the full Request for Proposal (RFP) expected to be posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website at a future, unspecified date.

The contract is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, which means only small businesses meeting the 500-employee threshold can compete for this opportunity. No incumbent contractors are mentioned in the pre-solicitation notice, and specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed. The contract will focus on manufacturing and delivering MHU-191 Transporter Assemblies, which are critical components of the Portable Ordnance Handling Equipment Allowance List for Combatant Ships. The procurement falls under Product Service Code (PSC) 3990 for Miscellaneous Materials Handling Equipment, indicating the specialized nature of the required assemblies. While specific quantities are not detailed, the IDIQ structure suggests flexibility in ordering throughout the five contract periods, allowing the Navy to adjust procurement as operational needs evolve.