Bid guide
How to bid on a Precision Workstation 7680 CTO for the DEPT of the Navy
What the agency is buying
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) intends to purchase a Precision Workstation 7680 CTO. This is a notice of intent to award a contract without competition to Keyence Corporation of America. The agency is seeking to confirm if other vendors can provide this specific item.
This opportunity is for vendors who can supply the exact Precision Workstation 7680 CTO and demonstrate that their offering would be advantageous to the government. The contract will be a firm fixed price agreement.
Key dates and deadlines
This notice was published on July 22, 2026. If you are an interested party, you must submit your information by August 08, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. This is the deadline for identifying your interest and capability to meet the requirement.
The agency will consider all information received by this deadline to determine if a competitive procurement is possible. No quotes are being requested at this time, as this is solely a notice of intent to award a sole source contract.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is for businesses that can supply the specific Precision Workstation 7680 CTO. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 334118, which covers Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 7B20.
Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered. This is crucial for any firm looking to do business with the government.
How to respond
To respond, you must email your statement of interest and capabilities to James Ludwick at [email protected]. Your submission must provide clear and concise documentation that demonstrates your bona fide capability to meet the requirement.
Oral communications will not be accepted. Your response should clearly and convincingly show that competition for this item would benefit the government. The government will not cover any costs you incur while responding to this notice.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to a notice of intent to sole source, focus on providing detailed evidence of your ability to supply the exact item specified. Clearly articulate how your offering meets or exceeds the agency's needs and why it would be advantageous for the government to consider your solution.
Ensure your documentation is precise and directly addresses the product mentioned. Highlight any unique qualifications or efficiencies your company brings. Double-check that your SAM registration is active and up-to-date before submitting your response.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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