53--ROD,THREADED END
Overview
Buyer
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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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, has issued a Solicitation for ROD, THREADED END (Connecting Rods). These items are designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality and traceability controls. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due April 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of Connecting Rods, which are critical components for shipboard systems. Due to the high probability of failure and potential for serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems if incorrect or defective material is used, the items are designated as Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured material. The requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Key Requirements
Contractors must supply Connecting Rods in accordance with Navships drawing 518-4674804, Item 8, with specific amplifications. Key material requirements include QQ-N-286, Hot Finished, Annealed and Age Hardened, with no weld repair allowed. Extensive testing is mandated, including ultrasonic inspection and Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests, which must be performed by approved laboratories. A robust quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (amplified) and ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (with ISO-17025) is required. Strict traceability from material to certification test reports (Objective Quality Evidence) is essential, with permanent markings per MIL-STD-792. The product must be mercury-free. This is a DO/DX rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 20:30 UTC
- Published: March 18, 2026
Evaluation Factors
Offers will be evaluated considering past performance in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Submission & Contact Information
Certification data must be submitted via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040, email PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil). No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact. For inquiries, contact Heather R. Jones at HEATHER.R.JONES52.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-4866.