1355 - 00-433-3214 TA68
Overview
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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 Air Stabilizers, MK-28 MOD-3 (NSN: 4T-1355-00-433-3214-TA68). This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for Torpedo Inert Components. The solicitation requires the supply of 460 units with an option for an additional 76% of the base quantity. Proposals are due June 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of Air Stabilizers, MK-28 MOD-3, which are classified as explosive items requiring a safety survey. Key requirements include:
- Adherence to NAVSEA Drawing 2301891 REV M, MIL-G-82455, and other associated drawings/specifications.
- Testing: First Article (Preproduction) Testing (4 destructive samples), Lot Acceptance Testing, and Periodic Production Sampling.
- Marking: Specific instructions for outer shipping containers, indicating "CONTAINS A MINIMAL AMOUNT OF EXPLOSIVE. HOWEVER, DOES NOT MEET THE DEFINITION OF EXPLOSIVE FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES."
- Configuration Control: Compliance with ANSI/EIA-649 for Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) and Request for Variance (RFV).
- Unique Item Identification (UIID): Required for items with a government unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, complying with MIL-STD-130.
- Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs): Includes submission of Test Procedures, Test/Inspection Reports, Failure Analysis/Corrective Action Reports, monthly Contractor's Progress Reports (DD-375), and Certificates of Compliance with each delivery.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (N0010426RK002)
- Pricing: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: Delivery schedules range from 150 to 510 calendar days from contract award.
- Option: CLIN 0002 is an option for up to 76% of the base quantity, valid for 365 days from award.
- Government Furnished Property (GFP): 324 units of MK-316 Containers will be provided, with delivery no earlier than 30 days prior to test.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside, with limitations on subcontracting (not more than 50% to non-similarly situated entities).
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission: Electronic submission via email is required, with a 10MB limit per email. Proposals must be valid for a minimum of 120 days.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on best value, with Past Performance (Quality and Timeliness of Delivery) significantly more important than Price. Offerors must achieve at least a "limited confidence" rating in past performance.
- Eligibility: Offerors must represent their size and socioeconomic status. A current NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment (not more than 3 years old) posted in SPRS, or a submitted Basic Assessment, is required.
Key Deadlines
- Proposal Submission Deadline: June 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.
Additional Notes
Amendment 0005 incorporated FAR Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors" (Deviation 2026-00040, Revision 1), effective April 2026. Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and full text. Drawings are available but not on CD.