Plug, machine thread

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is procuring machine thread plugs (NSN 1H-5365-011875007-L1, TDP VER 002) under FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive single-source procurement. The Government does not possess the data or rights necessary to purchase this part from alternative sources, and reverse engineering has been determined to be uneconomical. While this is intended as a single-source contract, all responsible sources may submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements to express their interest and capability. Any proposals received within 45 days of the notice publication will be considered by the Government in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Additionally, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of the notice. The Government has determined that commercial item acquisition policies under FAR Part 12 are not applicable to this procurement.

This procurement includes no set-aside designation for small businesses or other special categories. The requirement is for a quantity of 5 units with delivery FOB Origin, though no specific award value or budget information is disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice. The PSC category is Bushings, Rings, Shims, and Spacers (PSC 5365). The due date for submissions is April 17, 2026, providing potential contractors with an extended timeline to prepare their responses. No incumbent contractor or current vendor information is identified in the notice, and the specific evaluation criteria beyond capability and responsibility have not been detailed at this pre-solicitation stage.