31--BEARING,GLAND INNER
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Gland Flanged Bushing (Bearing, Gland Inner). This critical component is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of a Gland Flanged Bushing (NSN 3120) in accordance with Kamatics drawing KJBA15756V. The material must be mercury-free and adhere to toxicity and flammability requirements of NAVSEA SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290. Due to its critical application, the material is subject to rigorous quality assurance, including configuration control, traceability, and certification.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 3120 (Bearings, Plain, Unmounted)
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, at 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: January 28, 2026
Quality & Compliance
Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source by DCMA is required. Key requirements include:
- Certificate of Compliance: Required for Special Emphasis Material, detailing traceability and specific contract information.
- Traceability: Maintained from material to Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) per MIL-STD-792.
- Final Inspection: Material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 (General Inspection Level II) or SPC, with 100% OQE and certification data inspection.
- Waivers/Deviations & ECPs: Strict procedures for approval by the Contracting Officer.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Submission Requirements
Certification data CDRLS are due 20 days prior to delivery, with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard review taking 6 working days. Final material delivery is 210 days. Certification documentation must be submitted via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, and "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact NOELLE.M.SMITH10.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-3992.