59--SEAL, WAVEGUIDE
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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 NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the AN/BPS-15 radar Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly, designated as Special Emphasis Material. This requirement is a DX rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the manufacturing and testing of the complete AN/BPS-15 radar Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly, in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command Drawings 6640200 and 6640201. The material is classified as Level I/SUBSAFE, requiring stringent quality control, material traceability, and certification. Key components include specific material requirements for the Window Support Base, Window Ring, Window Hold Down Ring (ASTM-B301, UNS Alloy C14500), Window (HDPE per ASTM D4976), and Socket Head Cap Screw (MIL-DTL-1222, QQ-N-286).
Extensive testing and certification are required, including Non-Destructive Tests, Ultrasonic Inspection, Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly Acceptance Test, Liquid Penetrant Inspection, and Annealing/Age Hardening. Specific pressure and test time tolerances are outlined. Detailed requirements for thread forming, K-MONEL fasteners, thread inspection (FED-STD-H28 series), and welding/brazing procedures are also provided. Hardware must be mercury-free.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation, resulting in a bilateral award.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- NAICS: 334220
- PSC: 5985 (Antennas, Waveguide, And Related Equipment)
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract. Certification Data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
- Warranty: One year from the date of delivery.
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions apply.
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000. Only sources with an acceptable Quality Control Manual are eligible for award.
Key Requirements
Offerors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (amplified by ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at the source is required. Strict traceability and certification are mandatory for all Level I/SUBSAFE materials. Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Primary POC.
Response Information
Proposals are due by March 20, 2026, at 8:30 PM EST. For inquiries, contact JORDAN.D.NEELY2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-8197.