The agency posted this for awareness. It's not a solicitation, so you can't respond with a bid.
The Navy needs a sole-source contract for exhaust shielding on five diesel generators, specifically for Caterpillar Hawthorne parts.
Key Details
The Navy needs exhaust shielding for five Ship Service Diesel Generators (SSDGs) with specific Caterpillar Hawthorne parts. The current shielding has degraded heat resistance capabilities and poses a fire hazard.
- What's the contract structure and timeline?
The proposed contract action is for a Sole Source Firm-Fixed-Price contract under RFO Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
- How will they pick the winner?
The notice doesn't say.
- When and how do you bid?
Submit a capability statement by 7 July 2026, 12:00 p.m. PST via e-mail to james.j.obbanya.civ@us.navy.mil.
Routine sole-source contract — low-effort bid, modest payoff.
Who can apply
- Must be 8(a) certified (a small-business program for socially or economically disadvantaged owners)
Don't bother if…
- You must be 8(a) certified to apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Submit a capability statement by 7 July 2026, 12:00 p.m. PST via e-mail to james.j.obbanya.civ@us.navy.mil.