Bid guide
How to bid on Capacitor Assembly Repair/Modification for the DEPT of the Navy
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy needs repair services for four capacitor assemblies (NSN 7H-5910-014843504-VN). This is a Request for Information (RFI) to identify if any businesses other than Raytheon Company can provide these services. The government currently plans to award a sole-source contract to Raytheon because it does not own the necessary data or rights and finds it uneconomical to acquire them or reverse engineer the part. If your business can perform these repairs, this is an opportunity to inform the Navy of your capabilities and potentially open this requirement to competition.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on July 17, 2026. You must submit your interest and capability information within 45 days of this publication date. The official deadline for responses is September 01, 2026, at 12:00 AM ET. Responses received by this deadline will be considered by the government to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Information received will normally be used solely to decide whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is for businesses with the capability to repair capacitor assemblies, specifically Part No.: 00724 7017829-001. It is particularly relevant for firms in the technology or electronics repair sector that possess the technical expertise and resources to service specialized military components, even without direct access to proprietary data. If your firm has experience with similar complex repairs or reverse engineering capabilities that could meet the Navy's needs, you should consider responding.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the original solicitation and details, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required. Once you have reviewed the full details, you should prepare and submit your capability statement or proposal directly to the contracting officer as instructed in the solicitation. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but all responses received within the specified timeframe will be considered.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to a sole-source justification, clearly articulate your firm's specific capabilities to perform the required repair services. Provide concrete examples of past projects involving similar components or technical challenges. Detail your quality control processes, relevant certifications, and any unique equipment or expertise that would enable you to meet the Navy's needs. Emphasize how your solution could offer value, such as cost savings or faster turnaround times, even if the government states it lacks data rights. Focus on demonstrating that your firm is a 'responsible source' capable of fulfilling the requirement.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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