59--AN/BPS-16 RADAR MAS, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
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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 the repair and modification of AN/BPS-16 RADAR MAS units. This effort involves Special Emphasis material critical for shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality assurance and traceability. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the repair and modification of AN/BPS-16 RADAR MAS, designated as Special Emphasis material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its critical role in shipboard systems. The scope includes:
- Refurbishment and Inspection: Cleaning, determining refurbishment feasibility, recording identifying markings, and maintaining traceability throughout the process. Replacement of non-useable or improperly marked parts is required.
- Material Requirements: Specific material for parts requiring certification, such as QQ-N-286 for the Mast, Item 1.
- Testing & Certification: Extensive testing, including Non-Destructive Tests, Hydrostatic Pressure Tests, Ultrasonic Inspection, and Dye Penetrant Inspection. Certifications are required for specific tests and materials, with detailed performance and acceptance criteria.
- Welding & Brazing: Adherence to specific military standards (e.g., S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278) for welding and brazing, including submission of procedures and qualification data for approval. Repair welding is not permitted on QQ-N-286 material.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
- Traceability & Certification: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is mandatory for Level I/SUBSAFE systems. Material certification reports must be complete, accurate, and reflect compliance with all specified requirements. Electronic signatures are acceptable under specific controls.
- Inspections: Detailed receiving and final inspection procedures, including material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 and 100% inspection for traceability markings and certification data.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 27, 2026
- Published: March 12, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on compliance with the stringent technical specifications, quality assurance requirements, and certification protocols outlined in the solicitation.
Additional Notes
Certification data, including test results, must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. The ECDS (Electronic Contractor Data Submission) system is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests.