MQ-4C Universal Lifting Sling

The Navy’s Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) at Lakehurst is seeking to procure a Universal Lifting Sling (part 4106AS0150‑2) and upgrade an existing sling for the MQ‑4C Triton unmanned aircraft. The requirement is being solicited on a sole‑source basis to VEP Manufacturing Inc., the only approved source, but alternate vendors may submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) within 15 days for possible qualification. The contract will supply the lifting sling needed to safely hoist MQ‑4C components, supporting critical aviation safety. • Item: Universal Lifting Sling, NSN 1730‑01‑665‑8764, for MQ‑4C Triton UAS. • Solicitation: Sole‑source under FAR 12.102(a); SARs accepted until 30 July 2026. • Deadline: Response must be submitted by 14 Oct 2026, 11:00 EST. • Contact: Mairen Flanagan (US Navy), email [email protected], phone (732) 796‑3606. • Only VEP Manufacturing currently approved; other firms must undergo a 12‑month audit to be considered.