Bid guide
How to bid on fire sprinkler valve squibs for the Department of the Navy
What the Navy plans to buy
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division intends to buy 50 squibs for fire sprinkler valves, described as primer, part number 074080-3. The notice says the Navy plans to award a firm-fixed-price contract to Cartridge Actuated Devices, Inc. on a sole-source basis.
This is a notice of intent, not a request for quotes. The Navy says it believes Cartridge Actuated Devices, Inc. is the only known source capable of meeting the requirement.
Deadline and what happens next
Capability statements must be received by November 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST. The Government will consider statements received by that deadline to help determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
The notice says a decision not to compete the proposed contract is at the Government’s discretion. It also says no solicitation will be issued and quotes will not be requested.
Who this opportunity may suit
This notice may be relevant to firms that can supply the specified squib or demonstrate capability to meet the Navy’s requirement. The listed NAICS code is 325920, Explosives Manufacturing, and the Federal Supply Code is 1377, Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components.
Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management before submitting a response.
How to access the notice and respond
Use “View original source” on the opportunity page. If the first click opens the portal homepage, click again to reach the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents, though many bids do not require one.
Email a capability statement to Shannon Wooten at [email protected] or [email protected] by the stated deadline. This is a capability response, not a quote.
Prepare a focused capability statement
State clearly whether your firm can provide the specified item and identify the relevant part number, 074080-3. Keep the response tied to this requirement rather than sending a general company overview.
Explain the directly relevant experience and capabilities that support your claim, and check that your SAM registration is active before emailing. Send the statement early enough to confirm it is complete and reaches the listed recipient before the deadline.
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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