Sources Sought ECP 1331 F/A-18 and EA-18G Brake Bleeder Valve Protective Cap
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of the Navy, Naval Air Systems Command, is seeking market information for the improvement, production, and retrofit of a Brake Bleeder Valve Protective Cap for F/A-18 and EA-18G aircraft. The work would cover a redesigned cap and associated drawings or updates to support incorporation into the aircraft weapon systems and retrofit of existing assets. The cap must provide a mechanical retention feature that accommodates safety wire to prevent valve backing out while not affecting the brake bleeder valve’s form, fit, or hydraulic function; performance is tied to the brake assembly specification, with performance expected to begin in the second quarter of FY27 and up to 4,800 caps anticipated for retrofit in St. James, Maryland. Interested vendors must submit a one- to two-page capability statement by email to camryn.l.howard.civ@us.navy.mil no later than 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on 04 June 2026, including company name, address, CAGE code, business size, and point of contact details.