53--GASKET
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, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of GASKETS (PSC 5330) for crucial shipboard systems. This requirement involves specialized materials and adherence to strict quality and configuration control standards. Proposals are due by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply of GASKETS designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I), critical for shipboard systems where failure could lead to serious injury or loss. Key requirements include:
- Material Specifications: Non-metallic materials must meet toxicity and flammability requirements of NAVSEA SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290.
- Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): A Gasket Mold (53711-5486620-0011(SG8453-1C)) will be provided and must be returned to NAVSUP WSS Code 009 within 30 days post-contract completion.
- Design & Performance: Items must meet design, manufacture, and performance requirements specified on CAGE 53711 Drawing 5486620, Item 11, and Contract Support Library Reference Number CSD722.
- Marking: Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Configuration Control: Contractor must maintain total equipment baseline configuration, provide proprietary design drawings in C4 format, and submit waivers/deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) via the ECDS system.
- Quality Assurance: Departures from contractor-imposed requirements for proprietary designs must be submitted as nonconformances. All records must be maintained and available for review.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
- Mercury Free: Products must be free of mercury and mercury-containing compounds.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 10, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 11, 2026, 9:09 PM EDT
- Delivery: Final delivery of material required within 210 days.
Additional Notes
The resulting award will not include Government Source Inspection (GSI). Prompt Payment, Constructive Acceptance period is extended to 45 days. Offerors should utilize the ECDS system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests. Detailed document references and ordering information are provided in the solicitation.