20--SMALL 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 Mechanicsburg, has issued a solicitation for the manufacture and supply of SMALL MIDDLE TILE. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Key requirements include a Confidential or higher U.S. Security Clearance, mandatory First Article Testing (FAT), and adherence to Source Control Item restrictions. Proposals are due by June 2, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture and quality assurance of the SMALL MIDDLE TILE, specifically DURA X tiles with vacuum and gasket grooves, following NAVSEA drawing 8499978. The material must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: June 2, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: May 6, 2026
- Agency: Dept of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech
- Product Service Code: 2090 (Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment)
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a valid U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher to access classified annexes related to RFQ N0010425QYC84. The contractor will also require a Government Security Clearance (DD Form 254).
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required and will be conducted by the Government at the contractor's expense. Contact Paul Lampazzi (paul.a.lampazzi.civ@us.navy.mil) for FAT inquiries.
- Production Lot Testing: Required, with conformance tests conducted by the Government.
- Source Control Item: Only currently Government-approved sources will be considered. Approved sources include MARINE POLYMERS INCC (CAGE 1K3G5), WESTLAND TECHNOLOGIES INCC (CAGE 0SX38), and Goodrich Corporation (Collins Aerospace) (CAGE 0BBK9). New suppliers must submit qualification data for evaluation.
- Quality Assurance: Adherence to MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002 is required. A Certificate of Conformance (COC) or Certificate of Acceptance (COA) with test reports and traceability is mandatory for each SHT material.
- Past Performance: Will be considered in the evaluation of offers (IAW FAR 13.106(a)(2)).
- Option: The Government retains the option to order an additional quantity up to 100% for 180 days ARO at the same price.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a bilateral award. The contract will be DO certified for national defense under DPAS. Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the POC.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Abigail Hurlbut at abigail.r.hurlbut.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-6805.