Sole Source to Bell-Textron Inc. for Repairing and Updating Blades per attachments

The U.S. Navy’s Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division, has issued a sole-source solicitation to Bell-Textron Inc. for the repair and update of LCAC100 class propeller blades and bearing units under solicitation number N61331-26-Q-KS33. This firm fixed price contract, awarded without competition due to Bell-Textron’s status as the original equipment manufacturer, supports the Initial Outfitting Test & Evaluation of the LCAC100 hovercraft and includes the qualification of Bell-Textron as the Navy’s authorized Naval Supply Depot Overhaul Point. Work must comply with NAVSEA Drawing 245-8879898 Rev A, and deliverables include four units of part number 8879898-001, six of 8879898-002, ten of 8879898-003, and one non-slip erosion coating kit. Proposal submissions are due by May 15, 2026, and must include a capabilities statement, proof of past performance on similar work, and the CAGE code 692G5. The evaluation is based on best value considering price, delivery, quality, and past performance, with no use of lowest price technically acceptable methodology. Performance takes place at Panama City Beach, Florida, with acceptance occurring at NSWC PCD during standard operating hours. Transportation follows FOB Destination terms, meaning Bell-Textron bears freight and risk until delivery. Invoicing must be submitted through Wide Area Workflow, and the contractor is subject to mandatory cybersecurity requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012, including safeguarding controlled unclassified information and reporting cyber incidents. The contract includes prohibitions on using certain telecommunications equipment, ByteDance applications, and goods tied to forced labor in Xinjiang, as well as restrictions on subcontracting with entities controlled by state sponsors of terrorism. Bell-Textron is also barred from competing for similar work for three years after contract completion. While pricing details are not disclosed, the contract is structured under simplified acquisition procedures per FAR Part 13. Required certifications and representations, including executive compensation reporting, system for award management compliance, and safeguarding of government information systems, are incorporated but not completed by the offeror in the provided materials. The contracting specialist, Kaitlin Summerville, serves as the primary point of