48--DISK,VALVE
Overview
Buyer
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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 the procurement of DISK, VALVE components (Product Service Code 4820 - Valves, Nonpowered). This is an emergency acquisition for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" critical for shipboard systems, designated as a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). The resultant award will be bilateral, requiring contractor acceptance. Proposals are due by February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the supply of Poppet for inlet/by-pass manual valve assembly in accordance with Vacco Valves drawing V3D10076, item 3, with material specified as AMS 5643, condition H-1025. The material is classified as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured)" due to its critical use in shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems/ship.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Emergency Acquisition)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 21, 2026
Key Requirements
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001, amplified by ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. An acceptable Quality Assurance Manual is mandatory. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required, necessitating DCMA notification.
- Certifications & Traceability: Strict requirements for material traceability and certification are in place for Level I/SUBSAFE materials. This includes quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, unique traceability markings (per MIL-STD-792), and comprehensive certification data (CDRL DI-MISC-81020). Electronic signatures are accepted for Level I certification documents.
- Welding & Testing: Welding, brazing, and allied processes must adhere to specific Navy standards (e.g., S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278). Procedures and qualification data require prior review and approval. Non-Destructive Tests (NDT) are required for weld repair and production welds.
- Configuration Control: The contractor must maintain total equipment baseline configuration. Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) require Contracting Officer approval.
- Inspection: Final inspection includes material sampling (ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4) and 100% inspection of material verification, traceability, and NDT certifications. Receiving inspection verifies traceability and certification compliance.
Submission & Contact
Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) prior to each shipment. WAWF entries require "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, "Accept by" N39040, and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped before acceptance. For inquiries, contact Kathryn E. Shutt at KATHRYN.E.SHUTT.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-2430.