93--DURA 1 TILE EAV09
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 the manufacture and delivery of DURA 1 TILE EAV09. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to specific technical drawings and quality standards, including First Article and Production Lot Testing. Proposals are due by April 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the design, manufacture, and performance of DURA 1 TILE EAV09, adhering to NAVSEA Drawings 690-6726598 and 7551301. Key requirements include:
- Providing O-ring Cords, vacuum and gasket channels.
- Using only Teflon or Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) as mold release.
- Ensuring materials are mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Physical identification in accordance with Mil-Std-129.
- Configuration control per MIL-STD-973.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (resultant award will be issued bilaterally)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 9320 (Rubber Fabricated Materials)
- NAICS: 325212 (Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing)
- Proposal Due: April 22, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: March 18, 2026
Key Requirements & Testing
- First Article Approval (Government Testing): Required, with specific samples (e.g., 30-inch x 30-inch bonded sample, various diameter/thickness samples) to be submitted to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division.
- Production Lot Testing (Government Testing): Required, with similar sample submissions for lot acceptance.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor must maintain an inspection/quality system per MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.
- Security Clearance: A Government Security Clearance (DD Form 254) is required.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will be DO certified under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). An option for increased quantity (up to 180 days after award) is included. Access to drawings may require a request on SAM.gov.
Contact: Abigail Hurlbut at abigail.r.hurlbut.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-6805.