20--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, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, is seeking proposals for the manufacturing of TILEs (Part Number DURA 1 TILE, 24 X 24 INCHES) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This solicitation requires First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing (PLT), both subject to Government testing. A U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher is mandatory for offerors. The response date is February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract covers the manufacture and quality requirements for TILEs, specifically DURA 1 TILEs (24 X 24 INCHES), in accordance with NAVSEA Drawing 690-6726598. Key requirements include:
- Design and Manufacturing: Adherence to drawing 690-6726598, CAGE 53711/03950. Specifics include O-ring Cord, manufacturer-designed molds, and use of teflon or polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) as mold release.
- Source Control: Only Government-approved sources are solicited. New suppliers must undergo extensive qualification by the engineering activity prior to submitting an offer.
- Mercury-Free: All materials must be free from metallic mercury and contamination, critical for submarine/surface ship applications.
- Marking: Items must be identified per Mil-Std-129 and drawing requirements.
- Configuration Control: Governed by MIL-STD-973.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 13, 2026
- Product Service Code: 2090 (Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment)
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a U.S. Security Clearance of Confidential or higher, and classified material handling must comply with NSPOM and Industrial Security Regulation.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required, with Government testing at NSWC Carderock Division. Specific samples (e.g., 30x30 inch bonded to steel plate, various smaller samples for compressibility, hardness, density, tensile, DMA, and final tile inspection) must be provided.
- Production Lot Testing (PLT): Required, with Government testing at NSWC Carderock Division, including destructive testing.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain an inspection/quality system per MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.
- Past Performance: NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation (IAW FAR 13.106(a)(2)).
- Priority Rating: Any awarded contract will be DO certified for national defense under DPAS.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Abigail Hurlbut at Abigail.r.hurlbut.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-6805.