20--LARGE FWD TILE
Overview
Buyer
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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 the manufacture and supply of LARGE FWD TILE (Product Service Code 2090 - Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires contractors to possess a U.S. Security Clearance of confidential or higher due to a classified annex. Proposals are due by June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the manufacture and quality assurance of LARGE FWD TILE, specifically DURA X tiles with vacuum and gasket grooves, adhering to NAVSEA drawing 8499978. Key requirements include:
- Design & Performance: Meet specifications on drawing 53711, cage 8499978, including specific modifications to vacuum groove patterns.
- Source Control: Current government-approved sources are MARINE POLYMERS INCC (CAGE 1K3G5) and Goodrich Corporation (Collins Aerospace, CAGE 0BBK9). A process is outlined for new suppliers to seek qualification.
- Material Requirements: Items must be mercury-free and physically identified in accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Testing: Both First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing (PLT) are required, with FAT conducted at contractor expense and evaluated by the Government (estimated cost $25K-$175K). A Certificate of Conformance (COC) or Certificate of Acceptance (COA) with test reports and traceability documentation is mandatory for each SHT material.
- Security: A Government Security Clearance (confidential or higher) is required to access classified materials (e.g., NAVSEA DWG. 690-7383793 Confidential).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS: 336611
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 6, 2026 (latest amendment)
- Delivery: CLIN 0001AA requires delivery within 180 days.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers (IAW FAR 13.106(a)(2)). First Article Testing is a critical component of vendor qualification.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The Government retains an option to order an additional quantity up to 100% of this order for 360 days ARO at the same price. Access to drawings must be requested on the individual solicitation page on SAM.gov.