Bid guide
How to bid on a Port Use Fan Variable Inlet Vane Assembly for DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division plans to purchase a Counterclockwise Port Use Fan Variable Inlet Vane Assembly. This also includes related wheel assemblies. The specific part numbers are B7W-72996-3, B7W-72996-4, and 9W-73000-CCW. This equipment falls under Product Service Code 4140.
This is an important opportunity for businesses that can supply these specific fan and wheel assemblies, as the agency has identified a need for these parts.
Key dates and deadlines
This notice was published on September 03, 2026. The deadline for interested parties to respond is September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. All information must be received by this closing date.
The government expects to make an award for this purchase before the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is primarily for firms that can supply the specific fan and wheel assemblies listed: B7W-72996-3, B7W-72996-4, and 9W-73000-CCW. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division has identified American Fan of Fairfield, Ohio, as the only responsible source for these items.
However, other interested businesses with the capability to provide these exact parts are encouraged to respond to demonstrate their interest and capability. This could potentially lead the government to consider a competitive procurement.
How to respond
This notice is not a request for competitive quotations. It is an intent to award a sole-source purchase order. However, if your business can fulfill this requirement, you should identify your interest and capability.
Responses must be made in writing by email. Send your email to Karen Morris, using the contact information provided in the original synopsis. The government will review all information received by the deadline to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is a sole-source notice, a clear and concise response is crucial. Focus on demonstrating your firm's ability to supply the exact part numbers specified: B7W-72996-3, B7W-72996-4, and 9W-73000-CCW. Provide evidence of your capacity to meet the agency's needs.
Ensure your email clearly states your company's name, contact information, and a brief but strong statement of your capability to provide these specific items. Highlight any relevant experience or certifications that make your firm a qualified supplier for this type of equipment. Submitting your response well before the deadline is always a good practice.
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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