20--SMALL AFT TILE
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 and supply of SMALL AFT TILE (NSN 2090-01-717-7028). This requirement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and involves a classified annex, necessitating a Confidential or higher U.S. Security Clearance for offerors. Proposals are due March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of DURA X tiles with specific vacuum and gasket groove patterns, adhering to NAVSEA drawing 8499978. The item is a Source Control Item, meaning only currently Government-approved sources will be considered. Approved sources include CAGE 1K3G5 (MARINE POLYMERS INCC), CAGE 0SX38 (WESTLAND TECHNOLOGIES INCC), and CAGE 0BBK9 (Goodrich Corporation/Collins Aerospace). New suppliers must undergo a lengthy qualification process.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (resultant award will be bilateral)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC (extended by amendment)
- Published: January 21, 2026
- Option: Government retains option to order an additional quantity up to 100% for 180 days ARO at the same price.
Key Requirements
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher to access the classified annex of RFQ N0010425QYC85.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required per FAR 52.290-4, conducted by the Government at the contractor's expense. POC for FAT: Paul Lampazzi (paul.a.lampazzi.civ@us.navy.mil, 215-897-1612).
- Production Lot Testing (PLT): Required, conducted by the Government.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor must maintain an inspection/quality system acceptable to the Government (MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002).
- Certifications: A Certificate of Conformance (COC) or Certificate of Acceptance (COA) with test reports and traceability is required with each SHT material.
- Mercury-Free: Materials must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the POC. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. For questions, contact Abigail Hurlbut at abigail.r.hurlbut.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-6805.