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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Ball Valves (NIIN 015448286). This opportunity is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. Proposals are due by June 11, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the supply of 1 1/2 Inch Ball Valves in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command Drawing 7108906 Assembly IRAWX, with specific amplifications and modifications detailed in the solicitation. Key requirements include:
- Material specifications for components such as Body (ASTM-B369), Tailpiece (MIL-C-15726), Stem (QQ-N-286), Stud (MIL-DTL-1222), Self-Locking Hex Nuts (QQ-N-281), Ball (SAE-AMS-6931 or ASTM-B367), and Seats (Delrin: Dupont AF DE588).
- Detailed testing and certification, including Dye Penetrant Inspection, Quality Conformance Tests, Weldability Test, Ultrasonic Inspection, Non-Destructive Tests, and Pressure Tests. Radiography is required for Body Item 4.
- Strict traceability and certification requirements for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, ensuring material compliance and identification throughout the manufacturing process.
- Compliance with quality system requirements such as ISO-9001, ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025, or MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662.
- The resultant award will be a DO certified order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Proposal Due: June 11, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time (extended by Amendment 1)
- Published: May 8, 2026
- Delivery Schedule: 720 days from award.
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated using the Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Offerors must meet all technical requirements, including those specified in Sections L and M, and WSSTERMMZ04.
Additional Notes
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a U.S. Security Clearance of CONFIDENTIAL or higher to respond, as the RFP includes a classified annex.
- Submission: Proposals are to be submitted electronically via email. Drawings should now be uploaded to SAM.gov.
- The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.