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 MECH has issued a Presolicitation for VALVE,BALL (NSN 7H-4820-015862447-L1). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the acquisition of 12 units, requiring acquisition from approved sources and an inspection system conforming to MIL-I-45208A or equivalent. The official response date for this notice is July 27, 2026, with specific interest in commercial items to be identified within 15 days of the notice publication.
Scope of Work
This presolicitation is for 12 EA of VALVE,BALL, identified by NSN 7H-4820-015862447-L1 and TDP VER 001. Delivery is required at N50286, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard L1SS, Kittery, ME 03904. This is designated as a Level 1 item, meaning it must be acquired from approved sources only. Offerors must demonstrate an inspection system that conforms to MIL-I-45208A or an equivalent standard, as certified by a joint DCMA/NAVSUP WSS survey team. Information regarding the MIL-I-45208A requirement can be obtained from NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Code N97122.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The eventual solicitation will include one of the following clauses: FAR 52.219-3, FAR 52.219-27, FAR 52.219-29, FAR 52.219-30, or DFARS 252.226-7000.
- Notice Response Date: July 27, 2026
- Published: June 10, 2026
Evaluation
Contracts will be awarded to offerors whose inspection system conforms to MIL-I-45208A or equivalent, as certified by a joint DCMA/NAVSUP WSS survey team.
Additional Notes
Based on market research, the Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for the solicitation. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. The acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements (if DFARS 252.225-7036 is included) and/or World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements (if DFARS 252.225-7021 is included).
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Michael Thoman at MICHAEL.E.THOMAN2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or (717)605-4608.