Socket dust cap

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure socket dust caps, which fall under the Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components category. This pre-solicitation notice indicates the agency's intent to acquire these components to support naval operations and aircraft maintenance requirements. The specific procurement is identified by National Stock Number 1R-1680-LLF02K007-P8 with Reference Number 187-029. While the notice does not explicitly detail evaluation criteria or specific contract requirements in the provided information, interested vendors should monitor the upcoming formal solicitation for detailed specifications, performance standards, and selection factors. The pre-solicitation was posted on April 2, 2026, with a due date of May 18, 2026, providing potential bidders with approximately six weeks to prepare their responses and proposals.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation, meaning it is open to all eligible contractors without restrictions based on business size or ownership status. The Navy is requesting a quantity of 200 units with delivery on a Free On Board (FOB) Origin basis, indicating that the contractor will be responsible for delivery to the specified destination. No incumbent contractor information or estimated award value has been disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice. Interested vendors should review the formal solicitation when it is released to obtain complete pricing guidelines, technical specifications, and any other financial details related to this requirement. This pre-solicitation serves as advance notice to allow potential bidders adequate time to conduct market research and prepare competitive proposals for submission by the May 18, 2026 deadline.