6135-00-883-9024 TU44
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 Seawater Activated Batteries (NSN: 4T-6135-00-883-9024-TU44), designated as a Critical Safety Item (CSI). This opportunity is now under Full and Open Competition, following an amendment that changed its set-aside status. Proposals are due by April 24, 2026, at 02:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of Seawater Activated Batteries, specifically Item 0001, which are integral to the MK46 lightweight torpedo system. The batteries are installed in the after body shell and are electrically interfaced to the torpedo igniter and fuel tank pressure cylinder squib. They are back-filled with dry nitrogen to prevent degradation.
Key deliverables include:
- Item 0001: Seawater Activated Battery, IAW DWG: 2526785 REV AB and associated specifications.
- Base Quantity: 263 EA, with an Option Quantity of 133 percent of the base quantity.
- Item 0001AA: Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for Technical Data (A001-A005), including Test Procedures, Test/Inspection Reports, Failure Analysis, Progress Reports, and Certificates of Compliance.
- Item 0001AB: First Article (Preproduction) Test Samples, requiring destructive testing.
- Item 0001AC: Production Lot (Periodic) Test Samples, also requiring destructive testing.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (for items 0001AA-0001AH).
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition (changed from Small Business Set-Aside by Amendment 005).
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission: Electronic submission via email to connor.b.fry.civ@us.navy.mil is permitted. Detailed instructions are in Section L of the solicitation.
- Proposal Volumes: Required volumes include Introductory, Past Performance, Small Business Participation, and Price.
- Evaluation Factors: Best value trade-off determination, considering non-price factors (Past Performance, Small Business Participation) and Price. Past Performance is significantly more important than Small Business Participation, and both are significantly more important than Price.
- Key Deadlines:
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 24, 2026, 02:00 PM local time.
- First Article Test Report Submission: Within 180 calendar days from the contract date.
Key Changes from Amendment 005
- Solicitation Type: Changed from a small business set-aside to full and open competition.
- Close Date: Extended to April 24, 2026.
- Contract Clauses: Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses have been added or modified across various sections (e.g., Inspection and Acceptance, Deliveries or Performance, Contract Clauses, Representations, Instructions to Offerors), including those related to cybersecurity (CMMC Level Requirements), supply chain security, and foreign military sales.
Additional Notes
- A Safety Survey will be required.
- Drawings are available but NOT on CD.
- WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) is required for payment requests and receiving reports.
- Contact for inquiries: connor.b.fry.civ@us.navy.mil, 717-605-4048.