44--TAPE,SPECIAL
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 Mech is soliciting proposals for Specialized Tape (44--TAPE,SPECIAL), likely for nuclear reactor applications or critical repair parts. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires strict adherence to various military specifications and technical documentation, including the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD). Key requirements include:
- Compliance with MIL-I-45208 for higher-level contract quality.
- Detailed packaging specifications, including cleanliness controls (e.g., MIL-PRF-23199, MIL-DTL-24466, MIL-STD-767, MIL-STD-2041, MIL-STD 2073).
- Exclusion of mercury or mercury-containing compounds.
- Submission of pre-manufacturing submittals (DI-QCIC-8871) within 45 days of contract award and vendor certified test reports (DI-QCIC-8872A) at the end of the contract.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 05:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 2, 2026, 05:10 PM EDT
Evaluation
Offerors must submit the entire RFP completed and signed. The procurement emphasizes compliance with technical and quality requirements, with an order of precedence for document conflict resolution (Amendments > Schedule > Terms > IRPOD > STRs > Drawings > Specifications). Pricing for quotations is valid for 60 days unless otherwise specified.
Additional Notes
Technical documents, such as drawings, IRPOD, and STRs, are available at https://logistics.unnpp.gov/ecommerce, which requires a password and pre-registration. Contact the E-Commerce Help Desk at 518-395-4357 for assistance. To request a copy of the solicitation, contact the Contracting Officer and provide your CAGE code. All contractual documents are considered 'issued' electronically. Specific guidance on DD Form 1423 blocks and distribution statements for technical data is provided.