Network stub

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure 18 units of Network Stub components under NSN 1H-5915-016602413-X3, classified under the Filters and Networks product service category. The procurement involves specialized electronic components that will be delivered to two DLA Distribution locations: New Cumberland, PA and Tracy, CA. The government has indicated this is intended as a sole source procurement under FAR 6.302-1 authority, citing that the rights to technical data needed for additional sourcing are not government-owned and cannot be obtained, making reverse engineering uneconomical. While this notice announces the government's intent to negotiate with only one source, all responsible sources may express interest and submit capability statements. The response deadline is July 28, 2025, with proposals being accepted within 45 days of publication (or 30 days if awarded under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement).

This procurement opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to qualifying small business entities. The contract involves delivery to two specific military distribution centers with designated delivery codes W25G1U and W62G2T respectively. No incumbent contractors or potential award values are specified in the pre-solicitation notice. The technical data package is identified as version 003, and the government has emphasized that the determination whether to proceed with competitive procurement based on responses received remains at their sole discretion. The specialized nature of these network components and the sole source justification suggests this may be a procurement for proprietary or highly specialized military electronic equipment.