31--BEARING,BALL,ANNULA
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PSC
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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 BEARING,BALL,ANNULA (National Stock Number M17931-G067) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This requirement is for precision ball bearings adhering to MIL-DTL-17931F for quiet operation, intended for use on submarines/surface ships. This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and supply of Annular Ball Bearings (NSN M17931-G067) that must comply with MIL-DTL-17931F Military Specification for 'Bearings, Ball, Annular, For Quiet Operation' and other referenced documents. Key requirements include adherence to specific design, marking, and quality standards. The material supplied must be mercury-free and free from contamination, as it is intended for use on submarines/surface ships.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 7, 2026
- Delivery: 180 days for CLIN 0001AA (5 units)
- Priority Rating: DO certified under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS)
Key Requirements & Evaluation
Offerors must be Government-approved sources for this item, or demonstrate prior approval/satisfactory production. New suppliers require extensive qualification and testing, including 'QTP-MIL-B-17931' and final approval by NAVSEA. Components must be manufactured by a Government Qualified Products List (QPL) supplier.
Quality assurance includes contractor-performed Quality Conformance Inspection (MIL-DTL-17931F Table VI, MIL-STD-105) and Government Production Lot Test/Verification Inspection at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division. Past performance will be considered in the evaluation (FAR 13.106(a)(2)). Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073. Shelf life is 60 months, extendable, with MIL-B-17931E bearings labeled for 120 months.
Additional Notes
All contractual documents are considered 'issued' upon transmission. Access to drawings, if included, requires a request on SAM.gov and email to the Point of Contact. Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions apply.