31--BEARING UNIT PLAIN
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 a BEARING UNIT PLAIN (7HH 3130 015481560 SQ). This requirement is for an EAF spare, identified as "Lower Bearing Assembly #12," intended for use on Navy submarines. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement covers the manufacture and quality assurance of one "Lower Bearing Assembly #12." Key requirements include adherence to specific material, mechanical, physical, welding, and testing standards as detailed in drawings (e.g., 6853520, 7094233, 7094232, 7094231, 8627964) and associated specifications. The assembly must be mercury-free, with strict controls and approval processes if mercury is functionally required. Marking requirements follow MIL-STD-130.
Quality Assurance & Testing
Offerors must establish a Quality Inspection System compliant with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001, and NCSL Z540.3 or ISO 10012. A written Quality Inspection and Test Plan requires Government approval. First Article Testing/Inspection is mandatory for the "Lower Bearing Assembly #12," requiring supplier performance, submission of procedures (DI-NDTI-80603), and comprehensive reports (DI-NDTI-80603) for Government approval before production. This includes certifications for materials, weld rods, heat treatment, conformance, compliance, visual/dimensional inspection, NDT, and personnel qualifications. Welding and Nondestructive Testing (NDT) procedures must comply with NAVSEA Technical Publications S9074-AR-GIB-010/278, T9074-AS-GIB-010/271, and MIL-STD-2035, with personnel qualified per S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248. All procedures and qualifications require Government approval. Production lots will undergo 100% examination and inspection. Final inspection and acceptance will be performed by DCMA-QAR with NSWCPD surveillance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 3130 (Bearings, Mounted)
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, at 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: February 27, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing the best value to the Government, considering both price and non-price factors. Non-price factors, including Delivery Lead Time and Past Performance, are approximately equal to price when combined. Past performance will assess successful contract requirements, quality, timeliness, cost management, communication, proactive management, and customer satisfaction.
Submission & Contact
All contractual documents are considered "issued" when deposited in mail, transmitted by facsimile, or sent by electronic commerce. Offerors should contact Jessica T. Grzywna at JESSICA.T.GRZYWNA.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 215-697-5095 for inquiries.