Modification of a test shaft for active shaft grounding testing

This notice of intent announces a sole‑source award by the Naval Research Laboratory to repair a customer‑furnished test shaft used for active shaft grounding testing. The work is limited to repairing the existing shaft and does not include new fabrication. The procurement will be executed under simplified acquisition procedures (FAR Part 13.106‑1(b)) with a ceiling below the $350,000 threshold. • Sole‑source award to Steel America for repair services only. • Uses NAICS 334516 (Electronic Coil, Wire, and Cable Assemblies Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000. • Procurement conducted under FAR 13.106‑1(b) – simplified acquisition, likely a firm‑fixed‑price arrangement.