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 (WSS) Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the competitive procurement of a 3-inch, 700 PSI Full Port Hull and Backup Ball Valve Assembly. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Level 1 requirement, involving SPECIAL EMPHASIS material critical for shipboard systems. Proposals are due June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of a ball valve assembly in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 7108467, including all associated drawings and Engineering Referrals. Key requirements include:
- Supply of all actuator-associated parts in a bag attached to the valve.
- Specific instructions for bolt holes, dowel pin holes, and epoxy repair for shims.
- Extensive material certifications for metallic (quantitative chemical/mechanical analysis) and non-metallic components.
- Detailed testing and certification requirements, including visual inspection, weldability, liquid/dye penetrant inspection, pressure tests, and quality conformance tests.
- Special requirements for fasteners (heat treatment, wedge tensile testing), Teflon coating, and surface waviness for sealing areas.
- Prohibition of welding on alloy C90300 material.
- Comprehensive traceability and certification for all materials, including unique markings and heat/lot numbers.
- Compliance with MIL-STD-2073 and MIL-STD-129 for packaging and marking.
- Unique Item Identification and Valuation (UII) per DFARS 252.211-7003.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Negotiated Request for Proposal (RFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Delivery: Implied 540 days from award.
- Proposal Due: June 11, 2026, by 4:30 PM Local Time.
- Published: May 7, 2026 (Solicitation published date).
Evaluation
Award will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers. The contract will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
This procurement involves SPECIAL EMPHASIS material, highlighting its critical nature. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance. Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file at NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg. Drawings should now be uploaded to SAM.gov.