48--VALVE, HULL/BACKUP
Overview
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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 / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 2-inch combination hull and backup ball valves. This is a Firm-Fixed Price contract for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" critical for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to severe consequences. Proposals are due March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture and delivery of 2-inch combination hull and backup ball valves, specifically designed for crucial shipboard systems. The valves must adhere strictly to Naval Sea Systems Command drawings (6408529 assembly 97, 4385050, 4384678) and all associated liabilities. This includes precise material specifications for components like the body, tailpiece, stems, nuts, and balls, utilizing standards such as ASTM, QQ-N, MIL-DTL, and SAE-AMS.
Key Requirements
Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a valid U.S. Security Clearance of CONFIDENTIAL or higher to access classified annexes, including drawing 6404016. Quality Assurance: A robust 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) is mandatory. Government Quality Assurance at the source is required. Testing & Certification: Extensive testing, including Liquid Penetrant, Dye Penetrant, Ultrasonic, Weldability, and Production tests, is required. Strict material traceability and certification for "Level I/SUBSAFE" systems are paramount, covering material markings, handling, and receiving inspection. Manufacturing: Specific requirements include thread inspection per FED-STD-H28 series, hydrostatic testing, Teflon coating, and lubrication. Welding and brazing procedures must comply with S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278 and other specified standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Response Due: March 24, 2026, at 20:30:00Z
- Published: February 13, 2026
- Notice ID: dc8190311ce741079e05c0d3e289a4ca
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Submission & Access
Proposals must be submitted via electronic media (E-mail). Drawings for this solicitation have been posted and access can be requested through SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact.