20--LARGE AFT TILE
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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for LARGE AFT TILEs (P/N 690-8499978-SHT-44, NSN 2090-01-714-7031). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for miscellaneous ship and marine equipment, specifically specialized tiles for naval applications. Proposals are due June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and supply of LARGE AFT TILEs designed to meet specific performance requirements outlined in drawing 8499978 Rev D. Key specifications include DURA X tile with vacuum and gasket grooves, and modified vacuum groove patterns. The material must be mercury-free due to its intended use on submarines/surface ships.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing)
- Response Due: June 3, 2026
- Published: May 6, 2026
- Delivery: CLIN 0001AA, 55 units, 180 days after award.
- Option: Government may exercise an option for increased quantity 365 days after award; pricing for this option should be submitted.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a valid U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher to access classified annexes of RFQ N0010425QYJ04.
- Source Control: This is a source-controlled item. Only Government-approved sources (CAGE 1K3G5, 0SX38, 0BBK9) will be considered. New suppliers must undergo extensive qualification by the engineering activity.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required and will be conducted by the Government at the contractor's expense. POC for FAT is Paul Lampazzi (paul.a.lampazzi.civ@us.navy.mil).
- Production Lot Testing (PLT): Required and will be conducted by the Government.
- Quality Assurance: Suppliers must adhere to MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002 standards.
- Documentation: A Certificate of Conformance (COC) or Certificate of Acceptance (COA) with test reports and traceability is required for each SHT material.
- Warranty: One year from date of delivery.
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Action Items & Important Notes
- Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact.
- This contract will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Contact Abigail Hurlbut (ABIGAIL.R.HURLBUT.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, 7176056805) for questions.