BODY,DYNAMIC SEAL
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 Mech, is soliciting quotations for the manufacture and supply of 8 units of BODY,DYNAMIC SEAL (NSN 5820 011586886) for use on Navy submarines. This requirement was initially set aside for small businesses but has since been amended to remove the small business set-aside. Quotations are due by May 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the manufacture of Body, Dynamic Seal components, adhering to specific design, material, physical, and mechanical requirements detailed in Drawing RE-D102152 and associated specifications. The seals are critical for Navy submarines.
Key Requirements
- Marking: Each production unit must be permanently marked and identified per Drawing RE-D102152 and MIL-STD-130.
- Configuration Control: Contractors must follow MIL-STD-973 for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Mercury Free: All materials must be free from metallic mercury and contamination, with strict protocols for its use if functionally required.
- Quality Assurance:
- Suppliers must have a Quality Inspection System compliant with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/ISO/IEC 17025/ISO 10012.
- A written Quality Inspection and Test Plan (CDRL A001) requires Government approval prior to production.
- 100% visual and dimensional inspection is required, with results recorded.
- Production Lot Testing/Inspection Reports (CDRL A002), including Certified Mill Certification, Visual/Dimensional Inspection Report, and Mercury Exclusion Certification, must be submitted and approved by NSWCPD prior to shipment.
- Final inspection and acceptance will be conducted by the cognizant DCMA-QAR and NSWCPD Quality Assurance Specialist.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Set-Aside: None (Small Business Set-Aside removed by amendment)
- Response Due: May 31, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published Date: May 5, 2026, 10:30 AM Z
- Issuing Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing the best value to the Government, considering both price and non-price factors.
- Price
- Non-Price Factors (approximately equal to price when combined):
- Delivery Lead Time: Proposed lead times and schedules will be evaluated, with shorter, more favorable times rated higher.
- Past Performance: Evaluation of successful contract performance, quality/timeliness of delivery, cost management, communication, proactive management, and customer satisfaction.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Sagan Kakkar at sagan.kakkar.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-9121.