31--BEARING,BALL,ANNULA
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 soliciting proposals for Ball Annular Bearings (Product Service Code 3110). This requirement is for BEARING,BALL,ANNULA, specifically Standard Part Number M17931-G088, manufactured to MIL-B-17931 Military Specification for quiet operation. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture and supply of BEARING,BALL,ANNULA adhering to MIL-B-17931E and other referenced documents, including specific modifications detailed in Appendices and Attachments. Key requirements include:
- Source Control: Only Government-approved sources will be considered; new suppliers must undergo extensive qualification and testing.
- Qualification: Components must be manufactured by a Government Qualified Products List (QPL) supplier, with qualification via QTP-MIL-B-17931.
- Mercury-Free: Materials must be free from mercury contamination for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-B-17931E and Mil-Std 129.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 19, 2026
- Delivery: 180 days for CLIN 0001AA and CLIN 0001AB.
- Option: Includes an option for increased quantity (up to 180 days after award), with pricing requested for this option.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2). Offerors must demonstrate qualification as a Government-approved source or provide data for evaluation.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a DO certified contract for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Production Lot Testing (PLT) and Quality Conformance Inspection are required. Offerors needing access to drawings must request it on SAM.gov and email the POC. Bearings have a shelf life code X (extendable, 60 months), labeled for 10 years (120 months).