13--RING,CLAMPING
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, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of three (3) RING,CLAMPING units (NSN: 1350 016711961). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires both First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing by the Government. Proposals are due by March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture of RING,CLAMPING units in accordance with specified design, manufacturing, and performance requirements detailed in drawing 6964634, cage 53711. Key requirements include MIL-STD-130 marking, adherence to MIL-STD-129 and ISO 9001 quality standards, and strict mercury-free specifications for materials intended for use on submarines/surface ships.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for Procurement (bilateral award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: March 6, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 29, 2026
- Amendments: Multiple amendments have been issued, with the latest metadata indicating a proposal due date of March 6, 2026.
Requirements & Evaluation
- First Article Testing (FAT): Mandatory Government testing of one unit at Naval Station Newport (non-destructive, samples returned) as per FAR 52.290-4.
- Production Lot Testing: Mandatory Government testing of one unit at Naval Station Newport (non-destructive, samples returned).
- Quality System: Offerors must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 (MIL-I-45208 also permitted).
- Authorized Distributors: Only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer will be considered, and proof must be submitted with the offer.
- Mercury-Free: Strict requirements prohibit mercury contamination in materials and manufacturing processes.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a DO certified order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov and followed by an email to the Point of Contact.