13--PINTLE
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 proposals for the procurement of 250 PINTLE units (NSN: 1355 010903808). This requirement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The Government owns the necessary drawings and data rights. Proposals are due by March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and quality requirements for the PINTLE. The initial quantity of 427 units was reduced to 250 units by Amendment 0001. The PINTLE must conform to the design represented by Cage Code 10001, reference number 2074431. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring the contractor's written acceptance.
Key Requirements
- Mercury-Free: Materials supplied must be free from metallic mercury and contamination, intended for use on submarines/surface ships. Strict protocols apply if mercury is a functional part.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors are responsible for all inspection requirements and must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 (MIL-I-45208 also permitted). Records of inspection must be kept for four years.
- Marking & Configuration Control: Items shall be physically identified per MIL-STD-129. Configuration control shall follow MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8 (Short Form Procedure), including submission of Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Packaging: Preservation, packaging, packing, and marking must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
- Priority Rating: Any contract awarded will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Bilateral Award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 5, 2026, 04:30 PM EST (21:30Z)
- Published: February 17, 2026
Additional Notes
Access to drawings (reference number 2074431) must be requested on the individual solicitation page on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the listed Point of Contact. Ordering information for various applicable documents (MIL-STDs, ISO, etc.) is provided within the solicitation.