Notice ID: 6253efe33b924fd4ab708ebb2ec601e0Award NoticeAwarded
Automated Fiber Placement Thermoplastic Processing Head
Awarded on September 29, 2026. Full description on SAM.gov.
Awarded tounder N6893626P5430 (source: SAM.gov award notice)• $505.7K
Overview
- Posted
- October 1, 2026
- Notice type
- Award Notice
- NAICS
- 326130: Laminated Plastics Plate, Sheet (except Packaging), and Shape Manufacturing
- Agency
- Department of WarDepartment of the Navy
Notice details
- Office
- NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC WD.NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER
- PSC
- 3695: MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY
- Last updated
- Oct 28, 2026
- First published
- Last updated on SAM.gov
- Award date
- Sep 29, 2026
- Award amount (SAM.gov award notice)
- $505.7K
Identifiers
- Solicitation number
- N6893626Q5144
- Notice ID
- 6253efe33b924fd4ab708ebb2ec601e0
- Award number (PIID)
- N6893626P5430
Description
Naval Air Weapons Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) China Lake awarded a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order to procure a Thermoplastic Fiber Placement (TPFP) Head. This effort will provide a TPFP Head fully compatible with a currently installed Trelleborg XTS-400 AFP system and interchangeable with the currently configured thermoset processing head. The TPFP head will enable the fabrication of composite parts having TP resins, adding to current capability to process thermoset resins.
Purchase Order N6893626P5430 was awarded 29 September 2026 from Solicitation N6893626Q5144. The award was procured on a sole source basis to Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Albany, Inc, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.103-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
One CLIN was added for commercial financing purposes only. As required by FAR 6.301, the redacted J&A is hereby posted for the aforementioned contract award.
Award Overview
Award Number
N6893626P5430
Award Amount (SAM.gov award notice)
$505.7K
Award Date
Sep 29, 2026
Awardee
Awardee UEI
EAB2C8TNRUS7
Awardee CAGE Code
0JMC8
Awardee Address
Niskayuna, NY 12309, UNITED STATES
Original Solicitation
Notice ID: 6253efe33b924fd4ab708ebb2ec601e0
Posted Date: Oct 1, 2026
Original Response Deadline: Not specified
Contract Details
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Document | Source | Agency | Posted Date | File Size | Actions | |
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| Sources Sought | DEPT OF THE NAVY | Oct 1, 2026 | 28.54 KB | |||
| Justification | DEPT OF THE NAVY | Oct 1, 2026 | 305.06 KB |
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Other notices for this solicitation
- Market ResearchRelated noticeJun 4, 2026
Automated Fiber Placement Thermoplastic Processing Head
- Sole Source / J&ARelated noticeOct 1, 2026
Automated Fiber Placement Thermoplastic Processing Head
Similar Opportunities
Title | Phase | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
Purchase Order N6893626P5430 was awarded 29 September 2026 from Solicitation N6893626Q5144. The award was procured on a sole source basis to Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Albany, Inc, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.103-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. One CLIN was added for commercial financing purposes only. As required by FAR 6.301, the redacted J&A is hereby posted for the aforementioned contract award. | Sole Source / J&A | Open |
This intent to procure via sole source notice is being posted in accordance with RFO FAR 5.101(c)(4)(vii). After conducting market research, Weapons and Energetics Department of Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) China Lake intends to procure a Thermoplastic Fiber Placement (TPFP) Head on a sole source basis in accordance with FAR 6.302-1 from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Albany, Inc. This effort will provide a TPFP Head fully compatible with a currently installed Trelleborg XTS-400 AFP system and interchangeable with the currently configured thermoset processing head. The TPFP head will enable the fabrication of composite parts having TP resins, adding to current capability to process thermoset resins. Robotics such as this TPFP Head require fully compatible hardware and software when accessories parts are added to expand capability. Full compatibility means the accessory has complete mechanical, electrical, and software compatibility with the main AFP platform. Trelleborg is the original designer of the XTS-400 AFP and the only source with the requisite knowledge, experience, and technical expertise capable of providing a TPFP Head accessory that is fully compatible with the existing system. Use of non-native accessories would discontinue required support and maintenance of the XTS-400 AFP system. A sources sought was posted for this requirement on 4 June 2026 and closed 22 June 2026. The sources sought response date has passed and a sole source rationale has been approved. | Special Notice | 08/22/2026 |
THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A FORMAL REQUEST FOR QUOTE/PROPOSAL. The Weapons and Energetics Department of Naval Air Weapons Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) China Lake intends to procure a Thermoplastic Fiber Placement (TPFP) Head on a sole source basis in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.103-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The intended source is Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Albany, Inc. This effort will provide a TPFP Head fully compatible with a currently installed Trelleborg XTS-400 AFP system and interchangeable with the currently configured thermoset processing head. The TPFP head will enable the fabrication of composite parts having TP resins, adding to current capability to process thermoset resins. More details can be found in the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any firm believing it can fulfill the requirement identified above is encouraged to submit a written response to be received at the Contracting Office no later than the due date contained in this notice, which shall be considered by the agency. Interested parties are also encouraged to review and provide comments or recommendations regarding the draft PWS as part of their response. The written response shall reference solicitation number contained in this notice and provide a capability statement that clearly indicates the firm’s experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule. The results of this Sources Sought will be utilized to identify if any other companies can meet the agency’s requirements. In your response, please include Company Size (Small or Large business according to the NAICS and size standard listed). If your company is a Small Business, specify if your company is or is not each of the following: (a) Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB); (b) HUBZone Small Business; (c) 8(a) Concern; (d) Woman-Owned Small Business; (e) Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business. A Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 (FCI Self) is anticipated for this requirement. If you disagree with the anticipated CMMC Level, please provide a rationale, and the recommended CMMC Level. | Market Research | 06/22/2026 |
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.2 (Overhaul), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This enclosure is an addendum to FAR provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors ? Commercial Products and Commercial Services, which applies to this acquisition. Competitive quotes are being requested under Request for Quote (RFQ) Number N66001-26-Q-6113. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code applicable to this acquisition is 326199, All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing and the small business size standard is 750 employees. This procurement is Full and Open Competition.NOTE: This order has a DPAS rating of DX-C9.The Government is seeking to acquire Custom Buoys . To be considered acceptable and eligible for award, quotes must provide all of the items and quantities listed in C1.5 ATTACHMENT (00) RFQ . The Government will not consider quotes or offers for partial items or quantities. The exact specifications are provided on NIWC Pacific drawing SK744-2307 (See C1.5 ATTACHMENT (01) NIWC DRAWING)The expected delivery date is 30 June 2026. The Government is seeking Free on Board (FOB) Destination pricing to the following shipping address: San Diego, CA 92110 (full address will be disclosed at award). | Combined Synopsis | 04/28/2026 |
NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE, NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTES A RFQ WILL NOT BE ISSUED In accordance with FAR 6.201-1 the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division at China Lake, CA intends to award a firm fixed price contract on a sole source basis for the following items: Mandrel Set part numbers 12934-80139701 and 12934-80139702 This requirement is sole sourced Advanced Ceramics Manufacturing is the only source that can provide mandrels that can be replaced with every part, is non-toxic, can withstand elevated temperatures and compatible with existing equipment THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES: no solicitation or RFQ will be forth coming. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement no later than 4/6/26 by 4:00 PM PST. The written response shall reference solicitation number N68936-26-SIMACQ-D555000-0016 and must provide a clear and concise capability statement to show the ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability and schedule. Written responses to this notice must be submitted to Virginia Dennison at email: virginia.j.dennison.civ@us.navy.mil All responsible sources must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the following website: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. Going forward, all new entities registering in GSA's System for Award Management (SAM), as well as existing registrations being updated or renewed, will require the submission of an original, signed notarized letter identifying the authorized Entity Administrator for the entity associated with the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number. Effective June 11, 2018, entities who create or update their registration in SAM.gov to apply only for federal assistance opportunities such as grants, loans, and other financial assistance programs, have a notarized letter on file within 30 days of registration. Additionally, Effective June 29, 2018, all non-Federal entities who create or update their registration in SAM.gov, have a notarized letter on file within 30 days of registration. It is recommended that all interested parties be aware that processing this additional information may take several days and are proactive in maintaining the SAM registrations in an "Active" status as the government cannot award to an entity without an "Active" SAM registration. More information can be found at www.gsa.gov/samupdate. | Pre-Solicitation | 04/06/2026 |
Additional Details
Solicitation Number
N6893626Q5144
Archive Date
Sep 29, 2027
Office Address
CHINA LAKE, CA, 93555-6018