RESTRICTOR UNIT,FLU
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, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting for a 1/2 inch IPS, 1500 PSI Restrictor Unit, FLU. This is a critical component designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I)" for crucial shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious personnel injury or loss of life/ship. The solicitation was amended to remove the small business set-aside. Proposals are due June 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the supply of a Restrictor Unit conforming to MS18301, MS18301-01, and MS18301-07, with specific material requirements for the Orifice Plate (ASTM-A240 Type 304, Level 1). The contract is for material used in a crucial shipboard system, necessitating stringent quality control.
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
Offerors must adhere to extensive quality assurance protocols, including:
- Material Certification: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for parts like the Orifice Plate, with certifications for Intergranular Corrosion Testing and Non-Destructive Tests for welding.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and qualification data must be submitted for approval, adhering to standards like S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278.
- Quality System: Maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001, ISO-10012, or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025 (MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is an acceptable alternate). A copy of current documented quality system procedures is required prior to award.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability from raw material to finished component, with unique identification markings and comprehensive certification data (DI-MISC-81020, DI-MISC-80678).
- Government Oversight: Subject to Government Quality Assurance at source by DCMA QAR, with specific notification requirements.
- Mercury Free: Materials must be free of mercury and mercury-containing compounds.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None (Small Business Set-Aside removed by amendment)
- Delivery: Certification Data CDRLs 20 days prior to delivery; final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date.
- Rating: "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 14, 2026
Submission & Contact
Certification data and other documentation must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), with specific DODAACs for "Ship to" (N50286), "Inspect by" (N39040), and "Accept by" (N39040). Email notifications are required to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. The primary contact is Lydia M. Shaloka at LYDIA.M.SHALOKA.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 215-697-4717.