Deadlines-soon radar: 10 federal notices with near-term actions (vehicles, medical devices, imaging tech, parts, and services)

Executive takeaway

Today’s batch includes one true “drop-everything” response: a DLA Maritime small-business RFQ for SCREW,CAP with a Feb 10, 2026 deadline. Several other items are not formal solicitations (sources sought or intent-to-sole-source), but they still have near-term gates for industry responses—especially the IHS audiology BPA notice (capability package due Feb 14, 2026) and DLA Aviation’s approved-source pathway for an actuator housing (sources sought response due Feb 14, 2026). If you’re in OEM/authorized distribution, precision manufacturing, or niche instrumentation, this is worth a same-day triage.

What the buyer is trying to do

GSA Light Vehicles Open Season (47QMCA21R0008)

GSA is preparing an Open Season cycle for its Light Vehicles Program, allowing existing contractors to submit new model year information and allowing existing or new offerors to propose new models. Models must comply with applicable FY26 Federal Vehicle Standards and purchase descriptions published on GSAFleet.gov. A virtual Industry Day is announced for Feb 11, 2026, with estimated bid window Feb 23, 2026 through Mar 23, 2026.

IHS intent to sole source: audiology BPAs (IHS1520699_IHS1523422_IHS1523417)

The Indian Health Service (Navajo Area, Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility in Arizona) states an intent to award multiple BPAs with four vendors for hearing aids and supplies. The notice invites other sources to submit capability statements, price lists, and catalogs by the stated deadline for government consideration of whether to compete in the future.

USAF market research: hyperspectral imaging system (FA282326R9964)

The Air Force (96th Test Wing at Eglin AFB) is conducting market research for a “Brand Name or Equal” hyperspectral imaging system: one COTS SWIR/MWIR system with an option for an additional MWIR/LWIR system. The system is for remote detection, measurement, and real-time spectral analysis in a field-testing environment, with detailed salient characteristics referenced in an attached technical requirements document.

USACE: McNary navigation lock components (W912EF26QA014)

The Corps of Engineers posted a notice for “MCNARY NAVIGATION LOCK TAINTER VALVE SEAL COMPONENTS” and directs offerors to the attached documents for details.

DLA Energy: West Coast ISO container procurement (SPE602-25-R-0709)

This posting indicates the purpose is to provide a copy of the price analysis under the referenced solicitation.

BIA: Occupational therapy services (140A2325Q0273)

A short title-only services requirement: “Occupational Therapy Service, San Ildefonso.” Details are not included in the snippet.

NASA NextSTEP-3 Appendix B update (M2M-MSFC-0001 / 80MSFC26R0003)

NASA posted that the final solicitation is on hold until further notice and reiterates that this is not a request for proposal. The update shares Industry Day materials and describes an anticipated MATOC approach (only MATOC holders eligible to compete for directed-topic calls) with firm-fixed-price task orders and milestone payments—while stressing that offerors must monitor for reissuance and amendments.

DLA Aviation sources sought: actuator housing (SPE4A726R0436)

DLA Aviation is conducting market research to determine if other companies can manufacture (or legitimately obtain) an actuator housing identified by NSN and part number. The notice highlights the Source Approval Request (SAR) process for becoming an “Approved Source,” with guidance referenced in an attached document.

DLA Maritime RFQ: SCREW,CAP (SPMYM226Q5487)

DLA Maritime Puget Sound intends to procure a SCREW,CAP under a 100% small business set-aside commercial, simplified acquisition approach (FAR 12 and 13.5), as a firm-fixed-price supply contract FOB Destination to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.

What work is implied (bullets)

• SCREW,CAP RFQ (SPMYM226Q5487): complete CLIN pricing, provide CAGE code, complete reps/certs in the solicitation, identify manufacturer for proposed items, return the signed solicitation package, maintain active SAM registration, provide lead time, and quote FOB Destination; be prepared for DFARS-related NIST SP 800-171 assessment requirements if applicable (COTS exception noted in the notice).
• Actuator housing sources sought (SPE4A726R0436): prepare a response demonstrating capability to manufacture or legitimately obtain the part; if pursuing approved-source status, prepare and submit a SAR package per the referenced program guidance in the attachment.
• IHS audiology BPA intent-to-sole-source: submit capability statement, price lists, and catalogs by the deadline; treat as market research/justification input, not a full proposal response.
• Hyperspectral imaging sources sought (FA282326R9964): build a capabilities statement that maps your solution to the salient characteristics (spectral ranges, scan rate performance at resolutions, turn-key ruggedized system components like telescopes, co-aligned visible camera, GPS/IRIG-B interface, and control/analysis computer/software, plus imaging/FPA requirements); use the attached technical requirements document for full specs.
• GSA Light Vehicles Open Season (47QMCA21R0008): plan for Open Season submission activities (new model year updates and/or new model proposals) aligned to FY26 Federal Vehicle Standards and GSAFleet.gov purchase descriptions; attend the virtual Industry Day for process details (meeting details in the attachment).
• USACE McNary components (W912EF26QA014): review attachments to determine exact seal component specifications, quantities, compliance requirements, and quote instructions.
• Occupational therapy services (140A2325Q0273): verify scope, performance location, credentialing, and submission instructions in attachments/notice details (not in snippet).
• DLA Energy ISO container post (SPE602-25-R-0709): treat as pricing intelligence—review price analysis to inform future bids under the referenced solicitation.
• NASA NextSTEP Appendix B: monitor for reissuance; no proposals should be submitted to this notice.

Who should bid / who should pass (bullets)

• Bid (or engage) if:
  • You are a small business able to deliver marine/industrial fasteners meeting material specifications for the SCREW,CAP RFQ and can meet FOB Destination delivery to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.
  • You are an OEM, qualified manufacturer, or authorized channel able to support DLA Aviation source approval efforts for the actuator housing and can compile the technical evidence required for SAR review.
  • You offer a COTS hyperspectral imaging system that can credibly meet or exceed the Air Force’s salient characteristics (including the complete integrated system components) and can document that clearly.
  • You are a vehicle OEM / upfitter / authorized distributor that can participate in GSA’s Light Vehicles Open Season process and meet FY26 standards/purchase descriptions on GSAFleet.gov.
• Pass (or deprioritize) if:
  • You cannot meet the timeline and packaging requirements for the DLA Maritime RFQ (signed package, reps/certs, manufacturer identification, CLIN pricing, lead time, and FOB Destination).
  • You cannot provide objective, testable evidence against the Air Force hyperspectral imaging salient characteristics (or you lack the system components called out, such as telescope set and GPS/IRIG-B interface).
  • You are not positioned to pursue approved-source/SAR documentation for the DLA Aviation actuator housing and would be relying on speculative access to the part.
  • You are seeking the NASA NextSTEP Appendix B as an immediate proposal chase—this notice explicitly says no proposals and the final solicitation is on hold.

Response package checklist (bullets; if unknown say “verify in attachments”)

• DLA Maritime SCREW,CAP RFQ (SPMYM226Q5487):
  • Completed CLIN pricing
  • CAGE code
  • Completed representations and certifications (per solicitation)
  • Manufacturer information for proposed items
  • Signed solicitation package (return all pages as required)
  • Confirm active SAM registration
  • Lead time for delivery and FOB Destination quote
  • NIST SP 800-171 assessment status if required by DFARS clause (note: COTS exemption is referenced; identify COTS status as applicable)
• IHS audiology BPA notice:
  • Capability statement
  • Price lists
  • Catalogs
• USAF hyperspectral imaging sources sought (FA282326R9964):
  • Capabilities statement mapping to salient characteristics
  • Evidence for spectral range coverage (SWIR/MWIR base; MWIR/LWIR option)
  • Evidence for scan rate/data acquisition performance at required resolutions
  • Description confirming a turn-key integrated system (ruggedized hermetically sealed sensor head; three telescope assemblies x0.5/x2/x6; co-aligned visible camera; GPS/IRIG-B interface; control/analysis computer and operational software)
  • Imaging/FPA compliance details (including “zero dead pixels” requirement as stated)
  • Any additional items: verify in attachments (Technical Requirements document)
• DLA Aviation actuator housing sources sought (SPE4A726R0436):
  • Sources sought response demonstrating ability to manufacture or legitimately obtain the item
  • If pursuing approval: SAR package per the referenced SAR program guidance (verify exact contents in attachments)
• USACE McNary components (W912EF26QA014): verify in attachments
• Occupational therapy services (140A2325Q0273): verify in attachments
• GSA Light Vehicles Open Season (47QMCA21R0008): verify submission format and required forms in attachments and on GSAFleet.gov

Pricing & strategy notes (how to research pricing; do not invent pricing numbers)

• Use government-provided pricing intelligence where available. The DLA Energy posting for the West Coast ISO container procurement says it provides a copy of the price analysis—review it to understand the government’s methodology, evaluated price reasonableness approach, and any pricing drivers referenced.
• For the DLA Maritime RFQ, price against your real delivered cost. The notice states FOB Destination delivery to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Build your quote around compliance with the material specifications, packaging/handling, and the lead time you can actually meet—then sanity-check against past internal sales for similar NSNs/industrial fasteners (if you have them).
• For “brand name or equal” instrumentation, win on documentation. For the hyperspectral imaging system, treat the attached technical requirements as your pricing “scope boundary.” Price a complete turn-key system as described (sensor head, telescopes, visible camera, GPS/IRIG-B, computer/software) and be ready to justify line items as required to meet salient characteristics.
• For GSA vehicle Open Season, separate compliance from cost. First confirm your models meet FY26 Federal Vehicle Standards and GSAFleet.gov purchase descriptions; then develop a pricing position that reflects any incremental compliance content (features/standards) you must include.

Subcontracting / teaming ideas (bullets)

• Hyperspectral imaging (FA282326R9964): consider teaming between an imaging OEM and a partner that can support fielding logistics, training, or integration of the control/analysis computer environment—while keeping the prime responsible for meeting all salient characteristics.
• DLA Aviation actuator housing (SPE4A726R0436): if you are not the OEM, explore authorized distribution or a manufacturing partner arrangement that supports legitimate obtainment and the technical documentation needed for SAR.
• GSA Light Vehicles Open Season (47QMCA21R0008): vehicle OEMs may team with upfitters or authorized dealers who understand the Open Season submission mechanics and can package compliant model-year updates.
• DLA Maritime SCREW,CAP (SPMYM226Q5487): a small business prime can line up a secondary source for supply continuity, but ensure manufacturer identification requirements are clean and consistent.

Risks & watch-outs (bullets)

• Deadline hygiene: at least one listing shows a response deadline earlier than its posted date (e.g., the GSA light vehicle record). Treat all timelines as needing confirmation in the notice/attachments and in the official posting system.
• “Intent to sole source” is not a solicitation. For the IHS audiology BPAs, your submission is used to inform the government’s decision-making; it will not be evaluated like a proposal.
• “Brand name or equal” is evidence-heavy. For the Air Force hyperspectral imaging requirement, the salient characteristics include concrete system components and performance assertions. If you cannot document compliance clearly, you risk being screened out during market research.
• SAR/approved-source pathway can be long-lead. For the actuator housing sources sought, the burden is on industry to document equivalency and quality; plan for technical data compilation and review cycles per the SAR process described.
• NIST SP 800-171 implications: the DLA Maritime RFQ notes the possibility of assessment requirements under DFARS, while also noting a COTS exemption. If you’re not COTS, confirm your assessment status aligns with the solicitation language.
• Attachment-dependent scope: USACE McNary seal components and the occupational therapy services entry have insufficient detail in the snippet—attachments likely control requirements.
• NASA notice is explicitly “no proposals.” Avoid burning proposal resources until NASA reissues the final solicitation.

Related opportunities

• SCREW,CAP (SPMYM226Q5487)
• Actuator Housing (SPE4A726R0436) — Sources Sought
• IHS Audiology BPAs — Intent to Sole Source
• Fast Scanner, Hyper-Spectral Imager (FA282326R9964) — Sources Sought
• GSA Light Vehicles Open Season (47QMCA21R0008)
• McNary Navigation Lock Tainter Valve Seal Components (W912EF26QA014)
• West Coast ISO Container Procurement — Price Analysis (SPE602-25-R-0709)
• Occupational Therapy Service, San Ildefonso (140A2325Q0273)
• NASA NextSTEP-3 Appendix B — Architecture Studies (on hold)

How to act on this

1. Pick the lane: RFQ (quote now) vs. sources sought/sole-source market input (capability package now) vs. informational updates (monitor).
2. Download and read attachments first for any notice that references specs/forms (especially the Air Force technical requirements, USACE McNary components, and GSA Open Season meeting/submission materials).
3. Build a compliance matrix for any technical buy (hyperspectral imaging, actuator housing/SAR) before you write narrative—prove “equal” with evidence.
4. Submit clean, complete packages that match the notice instructions (pricing/CLINs, signed pages, manufacturer identification, and required registrations where applicable).

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