Sources Sought: HX: 4.00 Inch SCH 120 Pipe

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "INDIVIDUAL REPAIR PART ORDERING DATA," provides detailed specifications and requirements for ordering a specific repair part: PIPE, 4.0" NOM.

• National Stock Number (NSN): 1H 4710-01-029-1095 X2
• Item Name: PIPE, 4.0" NOM
• Manufacturer's Part Number/Drawing No.: MILT23226CL4GR304SCH120
• Material Requirements: Specifies MIL-DTL-23226 CL 4, Type 1, 2, or 3, Finish A, B, C or E 304 CRES.
• Manufacturing and Process Requirements: Details cleanliness standards, dimensions (SCH 120, 4.5 inch OD, .438 inch wall thickness, 12 ft. length), and specifies no mercury contamination.
• Applicable Documents: Lists numerous military specifications and standards (e.g., MIL-DTL-23226, MIL-STD-129, MIL-I-45208, ISO 9000 series) that must be adhered to.
• Quality Assurance: Outlines requirements for inspection systems (ISO 9001/9002/9003 or MIL-I-45208) and specific tests (Alloy Identity, Ultrasonic Inspection).
• Preparation for Delivery: Includes marking (MIL-STD-129, bar code) and packaging requirements.
• Contract Data Requirements: Specifies required submittals, including procedures and reports for quality conformance and objective evidence.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to supply the specified pipe. It outlines all technical, material, manufacturing, quality assurance, and delivery requirements. Bidders must ensure their proposed product and processes fully comply with all invoked specifications and standards to be considered responsive.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment (1) TECHNICAL ORDERING DATA (TOD)", provides detailed specifications and requirements for the procurement of "Pipe Metallic 4IN" under Contract No. N0010426RX19754.

• Item Description: NPS 4 INCH, SCHEDULE 120, Seamless, LEVEL 1 pipe.
• Quantity: 960 inches (80 feet).
• Manufacturing Standard: Primarily based on MIL-DTL-23226, with specific modifications outlined.
• Material Specifications: Includes requirements for composition (e.g., 304, Type 1, 2, or 3), finish, and special processes like Argon-Oxygen-Decarburization (AOD) or Vacuum-Oxygen-Decarburization (VOD) if Type 1 material is used.
• Testing Requirements: Mandates ultrasonic inspection (per MIL-DTL-23226 and MIL-STD-2132), with advance notification required for government participation. Liquid penetrant and alloy identity tests are also required.
• Marking Requirements: Detailed specifications for permanent marking on each piece, including material designator, manufacturer's information, and traceability number, adhering to MIL-STD-792.
• Preservation, Packaging, and Packing: Requirements in accordance with ASTM D3951 and MIL-DTL-23226, specifying wooden boxes for shipment.
• Inspection and Acceptance: Government inspection is required during manufacture and prior to shipment. Non-conformances require procuring activity waiver approval.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the precise technical specifications, quality assurance measures, testing protocols, marking, and packaging requirements for the specified pipe material. Adherence to these detailed requirements is essential for successful proposal submission and contract fulfillment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment (1) to Exhibit A: Additional DD1423 Information," provides detailed instructions and requirements for material certifications and vendor procedures related to Contract No. N0010426RX19754 for Item: Pipe Metallic 4IN.

• Procedure Approvals: Vendors must submit procedures requiring approval to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) for review and approval before performing applicable tests.
• Material Certification: Requires certifications for all tests, inspections, and examinations. This includes:
  • Certificate of Compliance
  • Chemical and Mechanical Properties
  • Seamless Certification (if applicable)
• Certification Instructions: Specifies how certifications must be provided, including:
  • Listing each test, inspection, and examination.
  • Signature and title of the vendor official responsible for quality assurance.
  • Inclusion of material identification, contract number, and heat/lot/traceability numbers.
  • Specific wording for the Certificate of Compliance statement.
  • Requirements for photostatic copies of originations for chemical and mechanical property tests.
  • Details on annotating original data reports when material properties are altered.
• Sample Certificate of Compliance: A template is provided for the Certificate of Compliance.

This attachment is critical for bidders to understand the specific documentation and quality assurance requirements for material certifications. Failure to comply with these detailed instructions may impact proposal evaluation or contract performance. Bidders must ensure their proposed processes and documentation align with these requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Exhibit A, is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies data items required from the contractor. It details the specific documentation and information that must be submitted as part of the contract.

• Data Item No. A001 (Material Certification): Requires submission of material certifications, referencing Paragraph C.3.1 of the Technical Ordering Data Attachment. Submission is required once per contract with material.
• Data Item No. A002 (Procedure Approvals): Requires approval of procedures, referencing Paragraph C.3.2 of the Technical Ordering Data Attachment. Submission is required once per contract, with approvals due 30 days after the contract date. This includes specific test procedures like 135T (Ultrasonic Test Procedure and Liquid Penetrant Test Procedure) and 134 (Alloy Identity Test Procedure).

This exhibit outlines critical data deliverables and their submission requirements. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately estimate the effort and cost associated with providing the specified documentation and certifications. It highlights the need for specific technical procedures and their timely approval.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for market research purposes to identify sources capable of providing 960 Inches of Pipe Metallic 4IN SCH 120, as detailed in the attached specifications. A firm fixed price contract is anticipated. The Government will use the information gathered to identify qualified sources for a future solicitation.

• Provision of 960 Inches of Pipe Metallic 4IN SCH 120.

• Compliance with specifications outlined in the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• A firm fixed price (FFP) contract is anticipated.

• This is a Sources Sought announcement, not a solicitation. Responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract.

• Interested parties must be capable of meeting all specifications in the SOW.

• Responders must have an active CAGE Code and current SAM.gov registration.

• Responders must not appear on the Excluded Parties List.

• Company Name and CAGE Code (as per SAM Registration)

• Tax Identification Number (TIN)

• Point of Contact (POC) details (name, phone, email, address)

• Business Size & Type

• Company's Capabilities Statement, applicable certifications, testing procedures, and related marketing materials.

• NAICS Code: 331210

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees

• An actual solicitation may be posted at a later date on www.SAM.gov.

• The Government will not reimburse responders for any costs incurred in preparing responses.

• This notice does not commit the Government to any acquisition approach or contract award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. It is a Request For Quotation (RFQ) and is set aside for Small Business. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 331210 (Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel), with a size standard of 1000 employees.

• Procurement of Metallic Pipe, 4in, meeting MIL-T-23226, SCH120, CL4,304.

• NSN: 4710-01-029-1095 X2.

• Required Delivery Date: ASAP.

• Place of Performance: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine, 03904.

• Technical requirements include specific Non-Destructive Testing procedures (Ultrasonic Testing and Liquid Penetrant Test) in accordance with MIL-STD-2132D and MIL-DTL-32386.

• Evidence of compliance with Higher-Level Contracting Quality Requirements (MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002 with STR-ISO 9000 Supplement A, B, or C) is required.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is an RFQ for a delivery order.

• Period of Performance: Not specified, but delivery is ASAP.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Proposals (quotes) must be submitted via email to Sarashea Thibodeau at sarashea.thibodeau.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Response Deadline: February 24, 2026, 08:00 AM ET.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), considering: Technical Capability, Delivery Schedule, Price, and Past Performance.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must indicate if they can meet the requested delivery schedule of 50 weeks after receipt of order.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on contracts performed within the last five (5) years.

• This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside.

• Paper copies of the solicitation will not be available.

• All applicable FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and listed within the document.

• Vendors must include the filled-out form (highlighted yellow fields) with their offer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products/services, issued as a Request For Quotation (RFQ). The procurement is for metallic pipe, 4 inches in diameter, and is set aside for Small Business. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 331210 (Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel), with a size standard of 1000 employees.

• Item 0001: 960 Linear Inches of HX: Pipe; Metallic; MIL-T-23226, 4IN, SCH120, CL4,304 (NSN: 4710-01-029-1095 X2). Includes freight costs.

• Item 0002: Data Requirements for ITEM 0001 (Not Separately Priced).

• Required Delivery Date: ASAP.

• Place of Performance: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine, 03904.

• Technical Confidence Submission: Requires applicable Non-Destructive Testing procedures (Ultrasonic Testing and Liquid Penetrant Test) in accordance with MIL-STD-2132D and evidence of compliance with Higher-Level Contracting Quality Requirements (MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002).

• Delivery Schedule: Offerors must indicate if they can meet a 50-week delivery schedule after receipt of order.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is an RFQ for a delivery order.

• Period of Performance: Not specified, but delivery is ASAP.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Deadline: January 27, 2026, 08:00 AM ET.

• Submission Method: Offers shall be emailed to Sarashea Thibodeau at sarashea.thibodeau.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), considering: Technical Capability, Delivery Schedule, Price, and Past Performance.

• SAM Registration: Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for award.

• This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside.

• All offers shall include the provided form, filled out entirely in the highlighted yellow fields.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on contracts performed within the last five (5) years.

• Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Operations Security (OPSEC) contract requirements for contractors performing work at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). It defines OPSEC, the requirement for an OPSEC Plan, and the contractor's responsibilities regarding the protection of Critical Information and Indicators (CII).

• OPSEC Definition: A process to protect sensitive information from exploitation.
• Critical Information and Indicators (CII): Defined as information needing protection from unauthorized disclosure, whether classified or unclassified.
• OPSEC Plan Requirement: Contractors may be required to submit an OPSEC Plan, signed by the Prime contractor, prior to the contract award or availability start date. The need for a plan is determined by the OPSEC PM or Designated Representative, or based on the installation work.
• Contractor Responsibility: Contractors must avoid inadvertent disclosure of CII or sensitive information. This includes protecting information from unauthorized third parties, foreign governments, and entities under Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI).
• Prohibited Disclosures: CII must not be publicized on company websites, newsletters, or social media. Transmission to personal email accounts and media requests must be handled appropriately.
• Consequences of Compromise: Disclosure of CII to unauthorized persons may lead to removal from assignment, contract termination, criminal prosecution, and civil penalties.
• Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI): Contractors must protect CUI and report any attempts by unauthorized parties to solicit or obtain it.
• Portable Electronic Device (PED) Policy: Details restrictions and requirements for the use of PEDs, which have the capability to record, store, or transmit data. Use of PEDs requires coordination with the sponsor and adherence to Shipyard guidance.
• Examples of CII: Includes Personally Identifiable Information (PII), discussions about shipyard work, schedules, equipment capabilities, critical infrastructure, and photographs/videos within work areas.
• Examples of Countermeasures: Includes not posting classified or CUI online, shredding sensitive information, not posting shipyard information on social media, removing badges when leaving the shipyard, and reporting unauthorized disclosures.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the security and information protection requirements that will be imposed during contract performance. It highlights the importance of OPSEC, the handling of sensitive information, and the restrictions on electronic devices, which may impact operational procedures and personnel conduct. Bidders should assess their ability to comply with these stringent requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "INDIVIDUAL REPAIR PART ORDERING DATA," provides specific requirements for ordering a repair part, identified as "PIPE, 4.0" NOM" with National Stock Number 1H 4710-01-029-1095.

• Item: Pipe, 4.0" Nominal, Schedule 120, Type 2 or 3, Class 4, Finish A, B, or E, made of 304 CRES (Corrosion Resistant Steel), seamless.
• Material Requirements: Must comply with MIL-DTL-23226 CL 4, Material Designator SA.
• Manufacturing & Process Requirements: Includes specific cleanliness requirements and dimensional specifications (4.5 inch OD, 0.438 inch wall thickness, 12 ft. length). It also states the item shall not contain or be contaminated by mercury.
• Quality Assurance: Requires an inspection system meeting ISO 9003, ISO 9002, ISO 9001, or MIL-I-45208 standards, along with specific supplements. Procedures for alloy identity testing and ultrasonic inspection are required prior to manufacture.
• Preparation for Delivery: Mandates marking and labeling in accordance with MIL-STD-129, including bar code marking suitable for hand scanning, and requires the manufacturer's CAGE code and part number on unit packs.
• Contract Data Requirements: Outlines required submittals, including procedures and reports such as Certification of Quality Conformance and Objective Quality Evidence Reports.

This document details the technical specifications, material requirements, quality assurance provisions, and delivery instructions for a specific repair part. Bidders must ensure their product and processes meet all listed specifications and requirements to be considered compliant. It also specifies the necessary documentation and reports required for submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment (1) TECHNICAL ORDERING DATA (TOD)", provides detailed specifications and requirements for the procurement of "Pipe Metallic 4IN" under Contract No. N0010426RX19754.

• Item: Pipe Metallic 4IN
• Quantity: 960 inches (80 feet)
• Special Characteristics: NPS 4 INCH, SCHEDULE 120, Seamless, LEVEL 1.
• Manufacturing Standard: MIL-DTL-23226, with specific modifications outlined.
• Material Specifications: Composition 304, Type 1, 2, or 3, Class IV, Finish (A), (B), (C), or (E). If Type 1, Argon-Oxygen-Decarburization (AOD) or Vacuum-Oxygen-Decarburization (VOD) process required.
• Testing Requirements: Ultrasonic inspection per MIL-DTL-23226 and MIL-STD-2132. Vendor must provide four (4) weeks advance notice for ultrasonic testing witness.
• Applicable Documents: Includes MIL-DTL-23226J, MIL-STD-792F, MIL-STD-129R, ASTM D3951-18, and MIL-STD-2132F.
• Data Requirements: Material Certification, Procedure Approvals (Ultrasonic, Liquid Penetrant, Alloy Identity Test), and Cleanliness Requirements.
• Marking: Permanent marking on each end with specific information as per MIL-STD-792.
• Preservation/Packaging: In accordance with ASTM D3951 and MIL-DTL-23226, using wooden boxes.
• Inspection: Government inspection is required prior to shipment.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the precise technical specifications, material requirements, testing procedures, marking, packaging, and inspection criteria for the specified pipe. Adherence to these detailed requirements is essential for proposal preparation and successful contract execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Exhibit A, lists Contract Data Requirements. It specifies various data items that are required as part of the contract, including their titles, authorities, distribution, and submission requirements.

• Data Item A001: Material Certification, requiring submission of technical ordering data attachment procedures.
• Data Item A002: Procedure Approvals, also referencing technical ordering data attachment procedures.
• Block 6: Specifies testing procedures required, including Ultrasonic Test Procedure and Liquid Penetrant Test Procedure (135T), and Alloy Identity Test Procedure (134).
• Distribution: Outlines how data copies (Draft, Final, Registered, Reproduced) are to be handled.

This exhibit details specific documentation and procedural requirements that bidders must be prepared to provide or adhere to as part of the contract. It highlights the need for specific certifications and the submission of technical data related to procedures and testing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment (1) to Exhibit A: Additional DD1423 Information," outlines the specific requirements for material certifications and procedure approvals for the "Pipe Metallic 4IN" item under Contract No. N0010426RX19754. It details the types of certifications required, how they should be submitted, and the information they must contain.

• Procedure Approvals: Vendor procedures requiring approval must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) prior to performing applicable tests.
• Material Certifications: Certifications for tests, inspections, and examinations must accompany each shipment.
  • Certificate of Compliance: Must include a specific statement attesting to the actual attributes of furnished items and full compliance with contract requirements, signed by the Quality Assurance Official.
  • Chemical and Mechanical Properties: Requires photostatic copies of certifications from the test facility, detailing results for each sample. If properties are altered by processes like heat treatment, the original data must be annotated.
  • Seamless Certification: A statement confirming the material is seamless is required if applicable.
• Traceability: Certifications must include material identification, contract number, and heat/lot or vendor traceability numbers.
• Sample Certificate of Compliance: A template is provided at the end of the attachment.

Bidders must understand these certification requirements to ensure their material submittals meet contract specifications. Failure to provide accurate and complete certifications as outlined in this attachment could impact proposal evaluation or contract fulfillment. The document specifies the format and content for various reports, including chemical analysis, mechanical properties, and compliance statements, which are critical for quality assurance and traceability.