20--LARGE MIDDLE 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 (WSS) Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of LARGE MIDDLE TILE (NSN: 2090-01-714-7029). This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisitions Flexibilities (EAF) and involves specific design, material, and quality assurance standards. Proposals are due June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture of DURA X tiles with specific vacuum and gasket groove patterns, guided by NAVSEA Drawing 8499978 Rev D. Key requirements include:
- Source Control: Only Government-approved sources will be considered. Current approved sources are CAGE 1K3G5 (MARINE POLYMERS INCC), CAGE 0SX38 (WESTLAND TECHNOLOGIES INCC), and CAGE 0BBK9 (Goodrich Corporation/Collins Aerospace). New suppliers must be qualified by the engineering activity prior to submitting an offer.
- Material Specifications: Tiles must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a valid U.S. Security Clearance of confidential or higher, as the RFQ includes a classified annex.
- Testing: Requires both First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing (PLT), with FAT conducted at contractor expense for vendor qualification. Government will conduct both FAT and PLT.
- Documentation: A Certificate of Conformance (COC) or Certificate of Acceptance (COA) with test reports and material traceability is required for each SHT material.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Bilateral Award)
- Product Service Code: 2090 (Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified. NAICS 336611 (Small Business Program Representations apply).
- Delivery: 95 units for CLIN 0001AA, within 180 days.
- Warranty: One year from date of delivery.
- DPAS Rating: DO certified for national defense.
- Proposal Due: June 3, 2026, 20:30 UTC
- Published: May 6, 2026
Evaluation
The Government will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers (IAW FAR 13.106(a)(2)). First Article Testing is required to determine quality of work for potential vendor qualification.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov solicitation page, followed by an email to the Point of Contact. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged from previous amendments.