MATERIAL,RADAR ABSO
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting bids for Radar Absorbent Material (RAM) Sheet, Type CIIIC Triple Band (NSN: 1HS 2040 014213254 SQ). This procurement is for 50 sheets of RAM material for use on Navy submarines, to be delivered to DLA Distribution centers in Norfolk, VA, and San Diego. The award will be based on a Firm-Fixed unit price and Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Proposals are due June 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the manufacture and quality assurance of Radar Absorbent Material (RAM) Sheet, Type CIIIC Triple Band. This includes meeting specific design, manufacturing, marking, and testing requirements outlined in Drawing 4491223 and various NAVSEA Documents (8212859, 8212859-1, 05057161). The material is classified as CONFIDENTIAL and requires a Government Security Clearance for handling.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm-Fixed Unit Price)
- Item: NSN 1HS 2040 014213254 SQ, MATERIAL,RADAR ABSO
- Quantity: 50 sheets (25 to Norfolk, 25 to San Diego)
- Set-Aside: None specified (competitive acquisition, small business subcontracting plan applies)
- Proposal Due: June 8, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published: May 7, 2026, 5:02 PM Z
- Delivery: Early/Partial Delivery is Authorized and Desired.
Key Requirements
- Security: Requires a Government Security Clearance (DD Form 254) and handling of classified documents (NAVSEA DOCUMENT 8212859-1 is Classified-SECRET, RAM material is CONFIDENTIAL).
- Quality Assurance: Supplier's Quality System Plan must conform to MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001 and NCSL Z540.3 or ISO 10012.
- Testing: Mandatory First Article Testing/Inspection and Production Lot Testing/Inspection.
- Reporting: Qualitative (unclassified) electrical test results submitted via WAWF to NSWCPD (DODACC N64498); Quantitative (classified) electrical test results submitted directly to NUWC Division Newport, RI.
- Material: Must be Mercury Free.
- Documentation: Various Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items for Quality System Plan, First Article Procedure/Report, Production Lot Report, and Objective Quality Evidence Records.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, applicable at or below the simplified acquisition threshold. Offerors must be authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item and provide proof with their offer.
Additional Notes
The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring the contractor's written acceptance. A Small Business Subcontracting Plan is required for DOD Contracts. Contact James B. Burnett at james.b.burnett1.civ@us.navy.mil or 771-229-0395 for inquiries.