53--ROD,OPERATING,FORWA
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 supply of FWD Operating Rods, designated as Special Emphasis Material, under a Firm Fixed-Price contract. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by February 20, 2026. This solicitation includes amendments updating payment clauses, extending the closing date, and clarifying submission requirements.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the provision of FWD Operating Rods in accordance with NAVSEA Drawing 566-6985431, Item 2, and all included Engineering Reports. The material is designated as Special Emphasis Material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its use in crucial shipboard systems, necessitating stringent control procedures. Key material requirements include QQ-N-286, Form 2 or 7, Annealed and Age Hardened, Finish A, with quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Proposal Due: February 20, 2026, by 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: February 13, 2026
- Delivery: Certification Data CDRLs 20 days prior to scheduled delivery; final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date.
- DODAAC Update: Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed to N50286.
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
Offerors must adhere to rigorous quality assurance standards, including maintaining a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (amplified) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. Critical requirements include:
- Testing & Certifications: Specific certifications for annealing, age hardening, and ultrasonic inspection. Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests must be performed by approved laboratories.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability and certification are required for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, with unique traceability markings per MIL-STD-792.
- Welding/Brazing: Must comply with specified standards (e.g., S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278), with procedures and qualification data requiring prior approval.
- Configuration Control: Contractor must maintain baseline configuration and submit Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) via the ECDS system.
- Mercury Free: No mercury or mercury-containing compounds are permitted.
- WAWF: Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to N50286 (Ship to), N39040 (Inspect by/Accept by), with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL.
Evaluation & Submission
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation. Proposals must include a signed RFP package; emailed or faxed proposals are acceptable, but NECO quotes will not be accepted. Access to drawings requires a request on SAM.gov and an email to the Primary POC.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact BENJAMIN.SPANGLER@NAVY.MIL or call 7712290573.