10--CAMO CVR UPR BARREL

SOL #: N0010426QYA61Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH

MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050-0788, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills (314999)

PSC

Camouflage And Deception Equipment (1080)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/350237df55c64208be67c11009b65768/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 20, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 2, 2026

Submission Deadline

May 22, 2026, 8:30 PM

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 (NAVSUP WSS), is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and quality assurance of Periscope Camouflage Cover Upper Barrel Assembly #32 for Navy submarines. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The procurement involves rigorous testing, classified material handling, and adherence to strict military and industry standards. Proposals are due May 22, 2026, at 8:30 PM EDT.

Scope of Work

This solicitation requires the manufacture of the Periscope Camouflage Cover Upper Barrel Assembly #32 (and mentions Middle Barrel Assembly #40 in the scope) for Navy submarines. Key requirements include:

Design & Manufacturing: Adherence to Drawing 4491223 and NAVSEA Document PS4491223 (Classified), including associated specifications.
Security Clearance: Contractors must possess a Government Security Clearance (DD Form 254 will be attached).
Government Furnished Material (GFM): NAVSUP WSS will provide RAM Sheets (Item #20 of drawing 4491223), which are classified as CONFIDENTIAL.
Hazard Material: Adherence to NAVSEA Document T9070-AL-DPC-020/077-2.
Welding & Marking: Specific welding on Item #35 per MIL-STD-2035 and marking per MIL-STD-130.
Mercury-Free Requirement: Materials must be mercury-free for submarine/surface ship use.
Quality Assurance: Requires a Quality System Plan (MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001, NCSL Z540.3 or ISO 10012), material control, and extensive First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing.

Testing & Reporting

First Article Testing (FAT): Required for the Periscope Camouflage Cover Upper Barrel Assembly #32. The supplier must perform 100% examination, inspection, and testing, including radar reflective reduction, mount to reference target, elevation angle, swept azimuth, and environmental tests.
Classified Data Handling: Quantitative (classified) electrical test results must be submitted to NUWC Division Newport, RI, while qualitative (unclassified) results are submitted to NSWCPD via WAWF.
Reporting: Comprehensive reports are required for FAT and production lots, including mill certifications, certificates of compliance/conformance, visual/dimensional inspection reports, welding reports, and a Mercury Exclusion Certification. Government approval is required for all plans and reports before proceeding to the next stage.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Solicitation, resulting in a bilateral award.
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Response Due: May 22, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
Published: March 2, 2026.
Shipping: Do not include shipping costs; transportation assistance will be in accordance with WSSTERMFZ02.