48--VALVE,BALL
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 the procurement of 1.5 Inch Non-Rated Seawater Flanged by Buttweld Combination Hull and Backup Ball Valves. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I) due to its critical use in shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious personnel injury or loss of the ship. Offers are due by 4:30 PM EST on May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the supply of complete 1.5 Inch Non-Rated Seawater Flanged by Buttweld Combination Hull and Backup Ball Valves, in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 803-5959302 assembly A and general notes on NAVSEA drawing 803-5959311, with specific modifications (e.g., less Hydraulic Actuator and Hull Fasteners, bolt holes not drilled, actuator mounting parts supplied in a bag).
Key Requirements
- Material & Testing: Extensive material certification is required for various components (Body, Access Cover, Stems, Studs, Nuts, Balls, Seats), including quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis. Certifications are also mandated for Liquid Penetrant, Quality Conformance, Dye Penetrant, Pressure, Ultrasonic, and Radiography tests.
- Classified Information: This requirement involves access to classified drawings (e.g., 4384676 - CONFIDENTIAL) and may necessitate a facility clearance per FAR 52.204-2. Access to drawings is restricted and requires approval.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required, with DCMA QAR involvement.
- Traceability: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is essential for Level I/SUBSAFE systems.
- Welding & Configuration: Welding/brazing procedures and qualification data must be submitted for approval. Configuration control, including waivers/deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), must be managed through the ECDS system.
- DPAS Rating: This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Mercury-Free: All materials must be mercury-free.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 4:30 PM EST
- Published: April 15, 2026 (Amendment date)
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers.
Additional Notes
All contractual documents are considered "issued" when mailed, faxed, or sent electronically. Drawings are available on SAM.gov with restricted access. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is used for data submissions, questions, clarifications, and waiver requests. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073. Contact Madison M. Gray at madison.m.gray4.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-4056 for inquiries.