31--BEARING UNIT PLAIN
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Bearing Unit Plain (7HH 3130 015481560 SQ). This requirement is for EAF spares and involves the manufacture and quality assurance of a Lower Bearing Assembly #12 for use on Navy submarines. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by July 17, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the design, manufacturing, and quality control of the Lower Bearing Assembly #12. Key requirements include adherence to specific drawings (6853520, 7094233, 7094232, 7094231, 8627964) and associated specifications. This includes the use of Self-Locking Elements per MIL-DTL-18240 and welding/nondestructive testing (NDT) in accordance with NAVSEA Technical Publications S9074-AR-GIB-010/278, T9074-AS-GIB-010/271, and MIL-STD-2035. All materials must be mercury-free, and marking must comply with MIL-STD-130.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (100% for small businesses)
- NAICS: 332991
- Product Service Code: 3130 (Bearings, Mounted)
- Offer Due Date: July 17, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: May 20, 2026
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation provides the best value to the Government, considering both price and non-price factors.
- Price: Considered.
- Non-Price Factors: When combined, these are approximately equal to price.
- Delivery Lead Time: Proposed lead times and schedules will be evaluated, with better lead times rated higher.
- Past Performance: Evaluation will assess successful performance, quality and timeliness of delivery, cost management, communication, proactive management, and customer satisfaction on related contracts.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- First Article Testing/Inspection: Required, with Government approval from Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) prior to commencement. Notification to NSWCPD (matthew.j.ogilvie.civ@us.navy.mil) is required after award.
- Quality Inspection System: Must be in accordance with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001 and NCSL Z540.3 or ISO 10012. A written Quality Inspection and Test Plan (CDRL A001) requires Government approval.
- Material Control: An effective system for certified quantitative mill or industrial laboratory reports (chemical/physical analysis) by heat, lot, or batch is mandatory.
- Objective Quality Evidence Records (OQEDs): Various certifications and reports are required, including Mill Material, Weld Rod, Heat Treatment, Certificate of Conformance/Compliance, Visual/Dimensional Inspection, NDT Reports, and Welder/Inspector Qualification. A Mercury Exclusion Certification is also required.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jessica T. Grzywna at JESSICA.T.GRZYWNA.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 215-697-5095.