48--VALVE, HULL/BACKUP
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, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of 2-inch combination hull and backup ball valves. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. A critical requirement for offerors is a CONFIDENTIAL or higher U.S. Security Clearance to access classified annexes. Proposals are due by April 7, 2026, at 8:30 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the production of 2-inch combination hull and backup ball valves, identified as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured). Manufacturing must strictly adhere to Naval Sea Systems Command drawings (6408529, 4385050, 4384678) and numerous detailed material specifications (e.g., ASTM-B369, QQ-N-286, MIL-DTL-1222, SAE-AMS-6931). Specific dimensions and exclusions are noted, such as the omission of a thermocouple hole.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Delivery: 750 days After Receipt of Contract (ARC)
- Proposal Due: April 7, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: March 31, 2026
Key Requirements
Offerors must possess a CONFIDENTIAL or higher U.S. Security Clearance to access classified solicitation annexes. The contract involves extensive Quality Assurance (QA) requirements, including adherence to ISO-9001 or MIL-I-45208, calibration systems (ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025), and Government Quality Assurance at the source. Strict traceability and certification are mandated for all materials, particularly for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, with detailed material handling, receiving inspection, and discrepancy reporting procedures. Welding, radiography, and specific material tests (e.g., Slow Strain Rate Tensile Test) must follow prescribed procedures and may require approved laboratories. Configuration control, waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) must be managed through the Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system.
Submission & Evaluation
Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers. Access to drawings must be requested through SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact. Proposals are to be submitted via electronic media (email). The resultant award will be issued bilaterally.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact ROBERT.H.LANGEL.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-3353.