59--SEAL, WAVEGUIDE
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for the manufacture of Waveguide Pressure Window Assemblies for the AN/BPS-15 radar system. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS due to its critical use in shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and traceability. Proposals are due by March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the complete AN/BPS-15 radar Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command Drawings 6640200 and 6640201, including specific items (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 23, 29, 30, 32, 33). Key requirements include:
- Detailed material specifications for components like Window Support Base, Window Ring, Window Hold Down Ring, Window, and Socket Head Cap Screws, referencing standards such as ASTM-B301, ASTM D4976, MIL-DTL-1222, and QQ-N-286.
- Extensive testing certifications, including Non-Destructive Tests, Ultrasonic Inspection, Waveguide Pressure Window Assembly Acceptance Test, and Liquid Penetrant Inspection.
- Adherence to specific pressure and test time tolerances, and O-ring groove inspection per the General Acceptance Criteria (CSD008).
- Strict controls on thread forming, K-MONEL fasteners, and thread inspection (FED-STD-H28 series).
- Prohibition of molybdenum disulfide thread lubricants, with A-A-59004 anti-galling compound as a replacement.
- Welding and brazing must comply with specified military standards, with repair welding prohibited on QQ-N-286 material.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 5985 - Antennas, Waveguide, And Related Equipment
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, at 8:30 PM EST
- Published Date: March 4, 2026
- Contract Type: The award will be a DX rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). It will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.
Quality Assurance & Evaluation
Offerors must possess an acceptable Quality Control Manual to be eligible for award. The contract mandates a robust quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (amplified by ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) will be performed at the source by DCMA. Past performance will be a significant evaluation factor, considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000. Traceability and Certification are critical for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, requiring unique traceability numbers and comprehensive material certification reports (CDRL DI-MISC-81020). Electronic signatures are acceptable under controlled conditions.
Submission & Contact
Access to drawings, if included, requires a request on the SAM.gov solicitation page, followed by an email to the Primary POC. Primary Contact: JORDAN.D.NEELY2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, 717-605-8197.