How to bid on video recorder repair for Foreign Military Sales Australia, DEPT of the Navy

What the Navy is buying

The Department of the Navy is seeking to repair three specific video recorders, NSN 0RH 5836 017308912, 1008-01000-15-102, RECORDER,VIDEO. These repairs are for Foreign Military Sales to Australia. While the Navy intends to award this as a sole-source contract to Mercury Mission Systems LLC, other responsible companies are invited to submit their capabilities for consideration.

This is a Request for Information (RFI) to identify if other sources exist that can perform these repairs. If your company has the technical ability to repair these items, this is an opportunity to make the Navy aware of your capabilities.

Key dates and deadlines

This notice was published on July 24, 2026. Responses are due by August 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. This deadline is 45 days after the notice publication date. All capability statements, proposals, or quotations received by this time will be considered by the government.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is best suited for technology firms with expertise in repairing specialized video recording equipment, particularly those familiar with the specific part number mentioned. Companies that are Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for similar items, or those with proven technical capacity to perform complex repairs on such equipment, should consider responding.

Small businesses are encouraged to identify their status when responding. If your company is not an already approved source for these repairs, you will need to provide detailed source approval information.

How to respond

To respond, you must submit your information to the PCO, Jake Tarlini, via email at [email protected]. Your submission must include:

1) Company Name and Cage Code. 2) Part Number/NIIN eligible to repair. 3) State if your company is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). 4) If not the OEM but capable of repair, explain your technical capacity. 5) State if your company is a Small Business and what type. 6) Company Point of Contact (POC).

If you are not an approved source, you must also submit information detailed in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochure for Repair. If your source approval request is currently under evaluation, include a copy of your cover letter.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the specific part number and ensure your company's capabilities directly align with the repair requirements. If you are not the OEM, provide a clear and detailed explanation of how your company possesses the technical capacity to perform the necessary repairs. This should include specific examples or methodologies.

For non-approved sources, obtaining and thoroughly completing the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochure for Repair is critical. Ensure all required technical data is submitted. Clearly state your small business status if applicable, as this information is often considered by agencies.