47--ELBOW,PIPE
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, has issued a solicitation for ELBOW, PIPE and related components, identified as a 5-inch Flexible Connection Assembly. This material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) for use in crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. Proposals are due by April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the supply of a 5-inch Flexible Connection Assembly in accordance with Oil States Industries Drawing 302576, Assembly 302576-100, and other referenced drawings and specifications. Key requirements include:
- Material Certification: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for specified parts and materials (e.g., Body, Nipple, Back Flange, Hub, Attach Flange, Elbow, Self-Locking Nut, Screw, Stud).
- Extensive Testing: Certifications for Magnetic Particle Inspection, Visual and Magnetic Particle Inspection, Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Proof Pressure Test, and Quality Conformance Tests. Radiography is required for weldments.
- Quality Systems: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662).
- Traceability: Strict traceability and certification requirements for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, including unique traceability numbers and material marking.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and qualification data must be submitted for review and approval, adhering to standards like S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278.
- Configuration Control: Requirements for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 31, 2026
- Delivery Schedule: Certification Data CDRLs 20 days prior to delivery; Final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date.
Key Instructions & Amendments
- Submission: The complete RFP package must be signed and returned by the closing date. Emailed or faxed proposals are acceptable; NECO quotes will not be accepted.
- DODAAC Update: Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286.
- Priority Rating: Any awarded contract will be a DO rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Government Quality Assurance: Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
- Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS): Available at
https://register.nslc.navy.mil/for certain data submissions and waiver requests.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact ASHTON.K.PERRY.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-7574.