48--VALVE,DIR CONTROL
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 MECH, is soliciting proposals for VALVE, DIR CONTROL components. These components are designated as Special Emphasis SUBSAFE/Non-Level I material for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and certification. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price. Proposals are due February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the design, manufacture, and performance of valves for critical shipboard systems. Key requirements include:
- Material Designation: Special Emphasis SUBSAFE/Non-Level I, requiring special control procedures.
- Certifications: Submission of a Certificate of Tests (for non-destructive, hydrostatic, and operational testing) and a Certificate of Compliance traceable to each serialized component.
- Serialization: Each component must have a unique serial number, permanently marked per MIL-STD-792.
- Welding/Brazing: Must adhere to specific Navy standards (e.g., S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248), with procedures and qualification data submitted for approval.
- Configuration Control: Contractor must maintain total equipment baseline, and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes. Waivers/Deviations require Contracting Officer approval.
- Mercury-Free: Components must be free of mercury and mercury-containing compounds.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Agency: Dept Of Defense, DEPT OF THE NAVY
- Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Published: January 7, 2026
- Proposal Due: February 6, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Contractors must provide and maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (as amplified) and ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is an acceptable alternative. Government Quality Assurance (DCMA) at the source is required. All inspections and tests must be adequately recorded. Final inspection includes material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4, with lot acceptance based on zero defects. Payment instructions are via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).
Additional Notes
This is a DO rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for submissions and inquiries.