13--JOINT BAND 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 Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of JOINT BAND ASSEMBLY units. This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation has been amended to reduce the total quantity from 255 to 233 units and extend the response deadline. Proposals are due March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture of JOINT BAND ASSEMBLY units, adhering to specific design, manufacturing, and performance requirements detailed in drawing 2507388, cage 10001. Key requirements include:
- Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration control per MIL-STD-973, including procedures for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Strict "Mercury Free" requirements for materials intended for submarines/surface ships, prohibiting mercury contamination.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Quantity: 233 units (reduced from 255 by Amendment 0002)
- Delivery: 180 days for CLIN 0001AA and CLIN 0001AB.
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 6:00 PM EST (extended)
- Published: January 29, 2026
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2). The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.
Additional Notes
- Contract quality requirements must meet specifications in Section C and E.
- Contractors are responsible for all inspection requirements and must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 (or MIL-I-45208 if currently used).
- Any contract awarded will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Access to drawings must be requested via SAM.gov, followed by an email to the listed POC.
- Offerors must provide facility details if packaging occurs at a different location.