31--BEARING,BALL,ANNULA
Overview
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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 Annular Ball Bearings (NSN: 3HD 3110 009910945NT). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a commercial item. The solicitation requires adherence to MIL-DTL-17931F and mandates that only Government-approved Qualified Products List (QPL) sources will be considered. Proposals are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the manufacture and supply of BEARING,BALL,ANNULA, specifically Standard Part Number M17931-C015. Key specifications include:
- Adherence to MIL-DTL-17931F Military Specification for 'Bearings, Ball, Annular, For Quiet Operation'.
- Source Control Item: Only currently approved sources by the Government will be considered. New suppliers require extensive qualification and testing via
QTP-MIL-B-17931. - Mercury Free: Materials must be free from metallic mercury and contamination for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-DTL-17931F and Mil-Std 129.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor testing and Government Production Lot Test/Verification Inspection are required. Inspection systems must comply with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 3110 (Bearings, Antifriction, Unmounted)
- NAICS Code: 332991 (Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing)
- Delivery: CLIN 0001AA (10 units) and CLIN 0001AB (9 units) within 180 days of award.
- Option: Includes an option for increased quantity (up to 180 days after award).
- Priority Rating: DO certified for national defense under DPAS.
- Evaluation: NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers.
Timeline
- Response Due Date: April 13, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT (extended by amendment).
- Original Published Date: March 10, 2026.
Additional Notes
This solicitation was amended to extend the closing date and to confirm the Annular Ball Bearing as a commercial item. Offerors must submit Certification Data Reports via DD Form 250 for each lot shipped, no later than 75 days prior to the contractual delivery date. Technical inquiries should be directed to the Procurement Contracting Officer.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Abigail Hurlbut
- Email: ABIGAIL.R.HURLBUT.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL
- Phone: 717-605-6805