ROD,WELDING
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 offers for Welding Rods (Product Service Code 3439) for use in critical shipboard systems. This procurement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities and any awarded contract will be a "DX" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). The Small Business Set-Aside has been dissolved, making this an unrestricted opportunity. Offers are due by April 8, 2026, at 8:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for welding rods designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to their use in crucial shipboard systems where failure could result in serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard assets. The material must meet stringent requirements, including AWS-A5.5 (E8018-B3L, 5/32 Inch, 14 Inches cut length) and AWS-A5.01 (Lot Classification C3, Intensity of Testing Schedule J), with specific exceptions detailed. Key requirements include:
- Mercury-free materials.
- Quality System in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662).
- Configuration Control, including procedures for Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
- Traceability and Certification for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, requiring unique traceability numbers and comprehensive material certification reports.
- Final Inspection includes 100% inspection for traceability marking, material verification, and NDT certifications.
- Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 3439 (Miscellaneous Welding, Soldering, And Brazing Supplies And Accessories)
- Set-Aside: None (Small Business Set-Aside dissolved)
- Offer Due Date: April 8, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: March 25, 2026
- Delivery Schedule: Certification data 20 days prior to delivery; final material delivery within 365 days. Early and incremental delivery is acceptable.
- Quantity Variation: Limited to +0% / -5% of the total contract quantity.
Evaluation
Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7024. Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file at NAVSUP WSS Mech.
Additional Notes
Certification data and documentation must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance prior to each shipment via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Specific WAWF instructions are provided, including "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, "Accept by" N39040, and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for certain data submissions and waiver requests.