Bid guide
How to bid on Drive, Constant Speed and similar repair parts for the DEPT of the Navy
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy is seeking repair services for two types of aircraft components: two Drive, Crane, 25 HP units (NSN 1650-016548853, P/N 3075AS502) and four Drive, Constant Speed units (NSN 1650-014369823, P/N 1764AS601-1).
The goal is to return these parts to a ready-for-issue condition. This involves inspection, component repair and replacement, reassembly, and testing. The contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, parts, and tooling. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in aircraft component repair to support naval operations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on August 21, 2026. The deadline for submitting your quote is September 21, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. All quotes must be submitted via email to [email protected] by this deadline.
It is crucial to submit all required documentation, including any source approval information, by the deadline. Offers that do not provide all necessary data will not be considered for award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in the repair and overhaul of aircraft mechanical and hydraulic drive components. Specifically, vendors should be proficient in working with National Stock Numbers (NSN) 1650-016548853 and 1650-014369823.
A key requirement is government source approval prior to award. If your firm is not an approved source, you must submit detailed information for source approval along with your proposal. The required turnaround time for repairs is 170 days after receipt of the asset.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Once you have reviewed the solicitation, prepare your quote. Ensure it addresses all requirements, including the repair turnaround time and throughput constraint. If a firm fixed price (FFP) cannot be determined, you must inform the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO). Submit your complete quote via email to [email protected] by the specified deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure your proposal aligns with all repair procedures and requirements. Any repair deviation from approved written procedures requires review and acceptance by the Basic Design Engineer.
If you are not an approved source, dedicate significant effort to preparing your source approval documentation. The solicitation explicitly states that offers failing to provide all data required by the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure will not be considered. Obtain this brochure online under "Commodities" on the NAVSUP WSS business opportunities page. Clearly state your throughput constraint for each NSN. Also, be aware that if you do not meet the applicable repair turnaround time, consideration will be assessed and subject to negotiation.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Navy; the original posting controls.