20--SMALL AFT TILE
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
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Original Source
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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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of SMALL AFT TILEs (P/N 690-8499978-SHT-41, NSN 2090-01-717-7028). This is a Solicitation under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF), requiring a U.S. Security Clearance of confidential or higher due to a classified annex. Proposals are due March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the design, manufacture, and performance of SMALL AFT TILEs, specifically DURA X tiles with vacuum and gasket grooves, adhering to NAVSEA drawing 8499978. The contract includes requirements for First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing (PLT), both to be conducted by the Government. The material supplied must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award)
- Product Service Code: 2090 (Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment)
- NAICS: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) - Small Business Program Representations apply.
- Delivery: CLIN 0001AA, 50 units, 180 days after receipt of order.
- FAT/PLT Duration: FAT 12-18 months, PLT 221 days.
- Response Due: March 17, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Option: Government retains option to order an additional quantity up to 100% for 180 days ARO.
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a U.S. Security Clearance of confidential or higher.
- Approved Sources: Only Government-approved sources will be considered. Current approved sources include CAGE 1K3G5 (MARINE POLYMERS INCC), CAGE 0SX38 (WESTLAND TECHNOLOGIES INCC), and CAGE 0BBK9 (Goodrich Corporation (Collins Aerospace)). New supplier qualification is extensive and time-consuming.
- Testing: First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing (PLT) are mandatory and will be Government-conducted. FAT is at contractor expense.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for inspection, adhering to MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002. Past performance will be considered (FAR 13.106(a)(2)).
- Documentation: A Certificate of Conformance (COC) or Certificate of Acceptance (COA) with test reports and traceability is required for each SHT material.
Additional Notes
This solicitation is DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the POC. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged from previous versions.