13--PINTLE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of PINTLE (NSN: 1355 010903808). This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is subject to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). An amendment has reduced the required quantity from 427 to 250 units. The Government owns the drawings and data rights for this NSN. Proposals are due April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and quality requirements for the PINTLE. Key requirements include:
- Design: Must conform to Cage Code 10001, reference number 2074431.
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8, for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers. Submissions are to be sent to the Contracting Officer, NAVICP-MECH.
- Mercury-Free: Materials must be free from metallic mercury and contamination, intended for use on submarines/surface ships. Strict protocols apply if mercury is functionally required.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, maintaining a quality system acceptable to the Government (ISO 9001 or MIL-I-45208).
- Packaging: In accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for Procurement
- Quantity: 250 each (reduced from 427 by Amendment 0001)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 19, 2026
- Award Type: Bilateral, requiring contractor's written acceptance.
- Priority Rating: DO certified for national defense under DPAS.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov individual solicitation page, followed by an email to the listed POC. Contractors must provide packaging location details if different from their address. Ordering information for various military and commercial documents is provided.