SEAT,VALVE
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the purchase of SEAT,VALVE spares. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and involves critical components for crucial shipboard systems, classified as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I). The requirement is for 1/4-inch, 4500 PSI, Socket weld Ball Valves. Proposals are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of new valves, not repair services. The valves must conform to Electric Boat Drawing 2641-405-01, Assembly IAZY, and associated liabilities. Key requirements include:
- Oxygen Cleaning: Must be performed by trained personnel per MIL-STD-1330.
- Material Certification: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis is required for specific parts (Body, Bonnet Cap, Stem, Self-Locking Socket Head Cap Screw, Ball, Seats).
- Testing: Includes Pressure Tests, Liquid Penetrant/Magnetic Particle Inspection, Intergranular Corrosion Tests, and Non-Destructive Tests, with specified tolerances.
- Teflon Coating: Must adhere to Chemours Company (formerly DuPont) Teflon Coating 850G-204 and 852G-201 standards.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability and certification are required for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, including unique marking and documentation.
- Quality System: Vendors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO 9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) with calibration per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and qualification data must be submitted for review and approval prior to performance.
- Mercury-Free: All materials must be mercury-free.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for spares purchase)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Priority Rating: "DX" rated order under DPAS (Defense Priorities and Allocations System).
- FOB: Destination
- Warranty: 1 year from delivery date.
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 8:30 PM Eastern Time.
- Published: May 6, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on the lowest aggregate total price submitted per NIIN and delivery date. Failure to meet awarded delivery dates will incur a 15% unit price reduction. Desired delivery is 14 months, but the final delivery date will be negotiated and then strictly required.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit a quote addressing 10 specific questions for each NIIN they are quoting, including delivery time, monthly shipment capacity, offer validity, source inspection/acceptance/pack locations (CAGE), US manufacturing status, and a Point of Contact. Proof of ISO 9001 certification is required. Drawings are posted on SAM.gov, and access must be requested through the platform. Commercial Asset Visibility (CAV) will be utilized.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Gordon Kohl at gordon.kohl@navy.mil or 717-605-3629.