48--FIRING VLV W MUFFLR
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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 / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to procure Firing Valve with Muffler assemblies (PSC 4820). This opportunity involves manufacturing "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality assurance and material traceability. Proposals are due by February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture and supply of Firing Valve with Muffler assemblies in accordance with specific Marotta drawings (e.g., 280912-1005) and detailed material requirements (e.g., SAE-AMS-5659, ASTM-B150, MIL-DTL-1222). Key requirements include extensive testing certifications such as Non-Destructive Tests, Intergranular Corrosion Test, Liquid Penetrant/Magnetic Particle Inspection, and all tests per ATP280912-1005. Adherence to strict pressure and test time tolerances, thread inspection per FED-STD-H28 series, and welding/brazing compliant with military standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248) are mandatory. The contract also specifies Component Identification Description (CID 887905309), specific fastener marking, and the use of mercury-free materials.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for a Firm Fixed-Price contract.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 6:00 PM EST.
- Published: January 7, 2026.
- Any awarded contract will be a DO rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Quality Assurance & Traceability
Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source by a DCMA QAR is required. Stringent traceability and certification are mandatory for all "SPECIAL EMPHASIS MATERIAL" (Level I/SUBSAFE), including quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, with re-certification if material properties are altered. Detailed procedures for material handling, receiving inspection, discrepancy reporting, and final inspection are outlined. All weld procedures and qualification data must be submitted for review and approval prior to production.
Additional Notes
- The ECDS system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests.
- Comprehensive definitions for Critical Safety Item (CSI), Objective Quality Evidence (OQE), Nonconformance, Waivers/Deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are provided within the solicitation.
- Contact SCOTT.R.YOUNGBLOOD2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-2379 for inquiries.