16--ROD,PISTON
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Piston Rods (Outbd). These components are designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. This opportunity is for Full and Open Competition. Proposals are due by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the supply of piston rods (outboard) in accordance with NAVORD drawing 3224096. The material must be QQ-N-286, Form 2, Hot Finished and Age Hardened. Due to the critical nature of the material, which could lead to serious personnel injury or loss of vital shipboard systems if defective, special control procedures are invoked.
Technical Requirements
Key requirements include quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, testing certifications for age hardening and ultrasonic inspection, and adherence to specific thread inspection standards (FED-STD-H28 series). Welding is prohibited on QQ-N-286 material. Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001, ISO-10012, or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025, and ensure mercury-free components. Strict material traceability, certification, and handling procedures are mandated, including permanent marking per MIL-STD-792. Government Quality Assurance at the source is required, and specific laboratories are designated for certain material tests.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Competition: Full and Open Competition (Small Business Set-Aside dissolved)
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg
- Product Service Code: 1650 (Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum And De Icing System Components)
- Proposal Due: March 16, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: March 6, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers. Certification data, including test results and certificates of compliance, must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) prior to each shipment. No material is to be shipped before acceptance. Access to drawings, if included, requires a request on SAM.gov followed by an email to the Primary POC.
Additional Notes
This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Primary Contact: SCOTT.R.YOUNGBLOOD2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, Phone: 717-605-2379.