15--PROBE,REFUELING,AIR

This contract involves the procurement of five units of a specific part identified as NSN 7R-1560-016758303-V2, with the reference number 3415610, to be delivered FOB origin. The part is classified as flight critical and must be acquired from or repaired by a source approved by the Government, as suitable technical data, government data rights, or manufacturing knowledge are not available to support alternative sources or repairs. The item is subject to strict source control, and only previously approved sources are eligible for consideration; new sources require prior Government approval, which typically cannot be expedited without risking delays in meeting operational needs. To qualify as an approved source, interested parties must submit detailed technical data and documentation as specified in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Brochure, with submissions evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If a source approval request is still under review, the submitter must include the relevant correspondence with their proposal, and failure to provide complete documentation will result in disqualification from the award process. The contract emphasizes that award decisions may proceed based on Fleet support requirements if timely source approval cannot be obtained, underscoring the critical nature of the item. The solicitation was posted on May 9, 2025, with a response deadline of June 24, 2025. It is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency at the Philadelphia office, with a designated point of contact for inquiries. The contract is part of a presolicitation process, and interested vendors can access additional details and submission procedures through the provided online link. The procurement underscores the importance of compliance with source approval procedures and the necessity of securing the appropriate technical data rights to ensure the availability of the flight-critical component for operational use.