BUBBLE WIND FLAT
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 "BUBBLE WIND FLAT" (PSC 9340 - Glass Fabricated Materials). This requirement is for crucial shipboard systems and involves SPECIAL EMPHASIS material, specifically "Bubble Station Windows." The solicitation is Unrestricted, and proposals are due by May 22, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the procurement of "Bubble Station Windows" that must meet stringent design, manufacturing, and performance requirements as specified on CAGE 53711 Drawing 8540938 ITEM 2. The non-metallic materials within these windows must comply with the toxicity and flammability standards outlined in NAVSEA SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290. Key requirements include:
- Adherence to detailed acceptance criteria for interior and exterior defects.
- Submission of a Certificate of Compliance for all SPECIAL EMPHASIS material.
- Physical identification of items in accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Maintenance of total equipment baseline configuration and submission of contractor drawings for proprietary designs in electronic (C4) format.
- Strict prohibition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds.
- No Government Source Inspection (GSI) is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time
- Published: May 6, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery required within 186 days.
- Payment Terms: Prompt Payment clause 52.232-25(a)(5) is modified to 45 days for constructive acceptance.
- Priority Rating: This is a DO-certified order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and falls under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (41 U.S.C. 1903).
Submission & Compliance
Offerors must request access to associated drawings on the SAM.gov solicitation page and then email the listed Point of Contact. Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF for review and acceptance prior to each material shipment, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped before acceptance. Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) have specific submission requirements, often utilizing the Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact ASHTON.K.PERRY.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-7574.