58--TOWED ARRAY SUBASEM
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 manufacture and quality assurance of TOWED ARRAY SUBASEM. This requirement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and falls under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The resultant award will be a bilateral contract.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture of TOWED ARRAY SUBASEM, adhering to specific design, manufacturing, and performance requirements outlined in drawing 497A75300 (cage 53711) and MIL-STD-129 for marking. Key process qualifications are mandatory, including vulcanization of chloroprene rubber, installation of vibration damping tiles, bonding with epoxy adhesives, and gap filling, as detailed in NAVSEA Drawings 8482161, 8482159, 8482158, and 8482160. The material must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award anticipated)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 5845 (Underwater Sound Equipment)
- Response Due: May 7, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: April 15, 2026
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
The contract requires First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing. FAT involves tensile tests on bonded structures (IAW 8482158) and hardness verification (IAW MIL-PRF-81733), with approval from NUWC NWPT ISEA required before production. Production lot testing includes cured FN 10 hardness tests on each batch of mixed material. The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements and must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO 9001 (or MIL-I-45208 if currently used). Configuration control must follow MIL-STD-973. This is a DX certified order under DPAS.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested via SAM.gov and an email to the listed POC. Technical inquiries regarding testing should be directed to Michael Reed (michael.d.reed@navy.mil) at Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport. All contractual documents will be issued electronically.