59--SEAL, WAVEGUIDE
Overview
Buyer
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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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for SEAL, WAVEGUIDE components. This re-opened solicitation seeks qualified Total Small Business contractors to manufacture critical AN/BPS-15 radar Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly components for shipboard systems. The requirement is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I), necessitating stringent quality control and traceability. Proposals are due October 7, 2025.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the manufacturing of specific components for the AN/BPS-15 radar Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly, including the Window Support Base, Window Ring, Window Hold Down Ring, Window, and Socket Head Cap Screws. Production must adhere to Naval Sea Systems Command Drawings 6640200 and 6640201, along with detailed material specifications (e.g., ASTM-B301, HDPE per ASTM D4976, MIL-DTL-1222, QQ-N-286).
Key requirements include:
- Material Certification: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for specified parts.
- Testing: Non-Destructive Tests, Ultrasonic Inspection, Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly Acceptance Test, Liquid Penetrant Inspection, and Wedge Tensile Tests for fasteners.
- Quality Assurance: Compliance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems (ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 or MIL-STD-45662). Government Source Inspection (GSI) by DCMA QAR is required.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability and identification per DI-MISC-81020 and MIL-STD-792, maintained through all processes and subcontractors.
- Manufacturing: Specific requirements for thread forming (cutting internal threads only), K-MONEL fasteners, and welding/brazing procedures (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278).
- Prohibited Materials: No molybdenum disulfide thread lubricants; use A-A-59004. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are prohibited.
- Delivery: 365 days for CLIN 0001AA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (re-opened)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 5985 (Antennas, Waveguide, And Related Equipment)
- NAICS: 334220
- Response Due: October 7, 2025
- Published: January 16, 2026 (Amendment)
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
This is a DX certified order for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Offerors must request access to drawings on SAM.gov and then email the Point of Contact. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance. Quality system procedures must be submitted prior to award.