Sources Sought for O-Rings

This is a Sources Sought Synopsis. This synopsis neither constitutes a Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the Government from an ultimate acquisition approach. This synopsis should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose. Requests for solicitation will not receive a response. All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any input as a result of this market survey. The U.S. Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this survey. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, a solicitation notice will be published. No award will be made as a result of this market survey.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD) is seeking potential sources for requesting pricing information on manufacture seals (preformed rubber O-rings) for assembly in fleet-deliverable Aviation Critical Safety Items (ACSIs) at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD). Pricing should assume that all O-Rings listed below are ordered together. The drawings can be provided upon request.

Submissions

All responding sources must email their submission to Latrice Whitfield at latrice.t.whitfield.civ@us.navy.mil and CC to: David.a.dias.civ@us.navy.mil & sarah.j.ickes.civ@us.navy.mil . Replies must be received no later than 15 October 2025. Technical questions regarding this Source Sought may be directed to sarah.j.ickes.civ@us.navy.mil.

All interested sources shall provide: the organization name, address, a point of contact, phone number, e-mail address, business size, taxpayer identification number, DUNS number, CAGE Code, small business size status. In addition, all interested sources shall provide a summary of their company’s capabilities to provide the requested O-Rings.   

Contractor may be required to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).  There are numerous types of CUI, e.g. documents with limited distribution statements, documents marked as For Official Use Only (FOUO), etc.  The minimum level of protection for all CUI is adherence to FOUO protection standards.  Distribution Statements (DS) and warning labels, such as the Arms Export Control Act Warning, identify additional protection requirements for a given document.  Minimum FOUO protection requirements/controls applicable to the performance of this contract for CUI are listed below.  Additional protection requirements, as marked on a given CUI document, are in addition to the standards listed.

1.  Handling/Storage: Access to FOUO is limited to those needing it to conduct official business for the Department of Defense (DoD).  FOUO information is not classified information, but requires extra precautions to ensure it is not released to the public.  During business hours, reasonable steps shall be taken to minimize risk of access by unauthorized personnel.  After business hours, FOUO information shall be stored in unlocked containers, desks, or cabinets if Government or Government-contracted building security is provided.  If it is not, store in locked desks, file cabinets, bookcases, locked rooms, or similar items.

2.  Transporting/Transmitting/Release/Destruction:  FOUO information shall be transported in a manner that prevents disclosure of the contents.  FOUO information may be sent via USPS first-class mail, parcel post, or – for bulk shipments – 4th class mail.  Electronic transmission of FOUO information (voice, data, or facsimile) shall be by approved secure communications systems.  Transmission via unsecure fax is acceptable if an authorized person is standing by on the receiving end to take custody.  All emails containing FOUO or attachments with FOUO must be digitally signed and encrypted when transmitted within a Navy network or to an approved contractor email address.  Transmission of FOUO (i.e. any CUI) to personal email accounts (e.g. AOL, Yahoo, Hotmail, Comcast, etc.) is strictly prohibited.  FOUO sent out of the contractor’s facility electronically must be encrypted (DoD FIPS 140-2 standard).  FOUO material shall not be released outside the contractor’s facility except to representatives of DoD.  When no longer needed, destroy FOUO by a method that precludes its disclosure to unauthorized individuals.

3.  Markings:   Unclassified documents (paper or electronic) generated in support of this contract which contain FOUO are to be marked “For Official Use Only” at the bottom on the outside of the front cover (if any), on each page containing FOUO information, and on the outside of the back cover (if any).  Each paragraph containing FOUO information shall be marked as such.  Within a classified document, an individual page with both FOUO and classified information shall be marked at the top and bottom with the highest security classification of information appearing on the page.  Individual paragraphs shall be marked at the appropriate classification level, as well as unclassified or FOUO, as appropriate.  Within a classified document, an individual page that contains FOUO information but no classified information shall be marked “For Official Use Only” at the top and bottom of the page, as well as each paragraph that contains FOUO information.  Other records, such as photographs, films, tapes, or slides, shall be marked “For Official Use Only” or “FOUO” in a manner that ensures that a recipient or viewer is aware of the status of the information therein.  DS on technical documents identify access restrictions.  DS “B” through “D” preclude public release and while not marked as FOUO, are subject to all FOUO protection requirements, including the prohibition on unencrypted transmission over the public Internet.   

All responding sources must email their response submissions no later than 15 October 2025.

1) NSWC IHEODTD

Attn:  David A. Dias

Indian Head, MD 20640

2) NSWC IHEODTD

Attn: Latrice Whitfield

4081 N. Jackson Road, Bldg. 841

Indian Head, MD 20640-5035

Email:latrice.t.whitfield.civ@us.navy.mil