48--FIRING VLV W MUFFLR
Overview
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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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Firing Valve with Muffler assemblies and associated components. This opportunity is for Special Emphasis Material (Level I/SUBSAFE) intended for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and traceability. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.
Scope of Work
The scope involves the manufacturing and supply of firing valve assemblies in accordance with Marotta drawing 280912-1005, along with various sub-components such as differential pressure indicators, dome system assemblies, valve relief assemblies, compensator assemblies, hand valve assemblies, pilot valve assemblies, screw assemblies, interlock assemblies, and regulator assemblies. This includes adherence to detailed material specifications (e.g., SAE-AMS-5659, ASTM-B150, MIL-DTL-1222, QQ-N-281) and extensive testing requirements.
Key Requirements
- Material & Testing: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, Non-Destructive Tests, Intergranular Corrosion Tests, Liquid Penetrant/Magnetic Particle Inspection, and all tests per ATP280912-1005. Specific pressure and test time tolerances apply.
- Manufacturing Processes: Strict requirements for thread inspection (FED-STD-H28), thread forming (cutting for internal threads), and welding/brazing (per S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248) with prior approval for procedures.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (DCMA) at source is required.
- Traceability & Certification: Mandatory traceability from material to certification test reports for Level I/SUBSAFE items, including unique traceability numbers and permanent markings (MIL-STD-792). Certificates of Compliance (CDRL DI-MISC-80678) and Material Certifications (CDRL DI-MISC-81020) are critical deliverables.
- Configuration Control: Strict adherence to configuration, with waivers/deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) requiring Contracting Officer approval.
- Other: Mercury-free materials, MIL-STD 2073 packaging, and specific fastener marking requirements (MIL-DTL-1222).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: March 5, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: March 5, 2026
Additional Notes
Offerors should review the detailed specifications, drawings, and referenced documents, which include various military and commercial standards. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for certain data submissions and inquiries.