VALVE ASSEMBLY
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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Mech is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and repair of VALVE ASSEMBLY units (PSC 4820 - Valves, Nonpowered). This is a solicitation for a buy, with the resultant award issued bilaterally. Proposals are due May 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires contractors to manufacture and repair VALVE ASSEMBLY units, adhering to specified design representations (Cage Code/Reference Number Items) and marking standards (MIL-STD-130, REV N). The scope includes detailed requirements for quality assurance, contractor responsibility for inspection, and specific packaging in accordance with MIL-STD 2073. Changes in design, material, servicing, or part number must follow a defined code-based approval process.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (resultant bilateral award)
- Set-Aside: No set-aside specified. Amendment 0004 incorporates clause 252.219-7997, "SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTING PLAN (TEST PROGRAM)," which may apply to large businesses.
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time
- Published: May 7, 2026 (latest amendment)
- Place of Performance: Louisville, KY
Key Requirements & Amendments
- Pricing: Estimated pricing will be accepted. Unit Price and Total Price must be FIRM. Accelerated delivery is encouraged.
- Inspection: Government source inspection is required. Contractors are responsible for all inspection requirements and maintaining records for 365 days post-delivery.
- Traceability: Non-manufacturers must provide an official letter/email from the OEM confirming authorized distributor status.
- FOB: All freight is FOB Origin.
- Amendments:
- Removed FAR 52.215-1, WSSTERMMZ04, and WSSTERMLZ10.
- Removed a previous remark requiring firm pricing; estimated pricing is now accepted.
- Deleted clauses 52.219-9, 252.219-7996, and 52.219-16.
- Incorporated clauses 252.219-7997 (Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Test Program)), 52.244-6 (Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services), and 52.222-90 (Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors).
- Documentation: Specific instructions are provided for obtaining applicable documents, including military standards and commercial specifications. A notice to Distributors/Offerors states that only authorized distributors will be considered, requiring proof with the offer.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact GENEVIEVE.E.MILLER2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-6457.