59--BRUSH-HOLDER
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of a BRUSH-HOLDER (Part Number: 2578F34G01) manufactured by TECO-WESTINGHOUSE MOTOR COMPANY. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (PSC 5977). Responses are due by March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and design of a BRUSH-HOLDER, Part Number 2578F34G01, from TECO-WESTINGHOUSE MOTOR COMPANY (60089). The item must meet requirements specified in the ordering data and throughout the contract. There are no technical drawings or data associated with this solicitation; the part number is considered fully descriptive. A critical requirement is the exclusion of mercury, meaning mercury or mercury-containing compounds shall not be intentionally added or come into direct contact with the hardware or supplies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 5977 (Electrical Contact Brushes And Electrodes)
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, at 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 4, 2026
Key Requirements & Notes
- Pricing Validity: Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified.
- Contractual Documents: Documents are considered "issued" when deposited in mail, transmitted by fax, or sent via electronic commerce (e.g., email).
- Order of Precedence: In case of conflict, amendments to the purchase order/contract take precedence, followed by the schedule of supplies, terms and conditions, IRPOD/Master Procurement Specification, invoked STRS, drawings, and specifications.
- Quality Assurance: The contractor must provide and maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government.
- Packaging: Packaging requirements include MIL-PRF-23199, with specific clarifications regarding MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags under cleanliness controls (MIL-STD-767, MIL-STD-2041, Refueling Clean, Reactor Plant Clean). MIL-STD 2073 packaging applies, and fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must include an explanation, justification, and an evaluation demonstrating no adverse effect on quality, form, fit, or function. Supporting technical data is required for alternate items.
- Distribution Statements: Documents and drawings provided by the U.S. Navy will include distribution statements (A-F) defining limits of distribution.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: MELISSA.FURNESS@NAVY.MIL, Phone: 7712290075