48--VALVE, HULL/BACKUP
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Hull/Backup Valves (NSN 4820). This is a Firm-Fixed Price contract for a 2-inch combination hull and backup ball valve, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I) for crucial shipboard systems. Offerors must possess a CONFIDENTIAL or higher U.S. Security Clearance to access classified annexes. Proposals are due by March 31, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of 2-inch combination hull and backup ball valves in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command drawings (e.g., 6408529, 4385050, 4384678) and associated specifications. The material is critical for shipboard systems, necessitating stringent quality control.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Quantity: 10 units (CLIN 0001AA)
- Delivery: 750 days
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time (extended by Amendment 0003)
- Published: March 11, 2026
Key Requirements
- Security Clearance: Mandatory CONFIDENTIAL or higher for access to classified RFQ annexes.
- Material & Testing: Extensive requirements for material certification (e.g., ASTM-B369, QQ-N-286), various tests (Liquid Penetrant, Dye Penetrant, Ultrasonic, Weldability, Production Test), and radiography for specific components.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
- Traceability: Critical for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, requiring unique traceability markings and comprehensive material certification data.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and qualification data must be submitted for review and approval.
- ECDS: Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) must be submitted via the Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
Drawings for this solicitation are available on SAM.gov; access requests should be followed by an email to the listed Point of Contact. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.