20--SMALL 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 (WSS) Mechanicsburg, has issued a Solicitation for the manufacture and supply of SMALL AFT TILEs. This opportunity requires bidders to possess a U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher due to a classified annex (RFQ N0010425QYC85) and must be an already Government-approved source for this item. First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing (PLT) are mandatory. The response deadline is March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract covers the design, manufacture, and performance requirements for the SMALL AFT TILE, specifically DURA X tiles with vacuum and gasket grooves, modified per NAVSEA drawing 8499978. The material must be mercury-free for submarine/surface ship use, with strict contamination controls. Marking shall comply with MIL-STD-130. Changes in design or material require prior approval from the Procurement Contracting Officer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 17, 2026
- Published (Latest Update): March 18, 2026
- Option: The Government retains an option to order an additional quantity up to 100% for 180 days ARO at the same price.
- Award: Will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance. This is a DPAS rated order.
Evaluation & Key Requirements
Offerors must meet stringent requirements:
- Security Clearance: A valid U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher is mandatory to access the classified RFQ annex (NAVSEA DWG. 690-7383793).
- Approved Sources: Only current Government-approved sources for this item will be considered. Existing approved sources include CAGE 1K3G5 (MARINE POLYMERS INCC) and CAGE 0BBK9 (Goodrich Corporation/Collins Aerospace). New source qualification is extensive and time-consuming.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required per FAR 52.290-4, conducted by the Government at the contractor's expense for potential vendor qualification. Contact Paul Lampazzi (paul.a.lampazzi.civ@us.navy.mil, 215-897-1612) for FAT details.
- Production Lot Testing (PLT): Required, conducted by the Government.
- Quality Assurance: An inspection/quality system acceptable to the Government (MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002) is required.
- Certificate of Conformance (COC)/Acceptance (COA): Required with each SHT material, including test reports and traceability, satisfying receipt inspection material/laboratory testing.
- Past Performance: Will be considered in the evaluation (FAR 13.106(a)(2)).
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the POC. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged from previous amendments.