LGHT NAVIGATION RED
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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 / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH is soliciting quotations for LGHT NAVIGATION RED (NSN 7HH 6260-01-512-9300 D4). This item is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material due to its critical role in shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or damage. Quotations are due by July 11, 2025, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the manufacture of "LGHT NAVIGATION RED" in accordance with NAVSEA Drawing 5486639, Item 36 and NAVSEA Drawing 5486638, Detail 31-C, with specific amplifications and modifications. Key technical requirements include:
- Threads inspected per FED-STD-H28 series.
- Submergence pressure test for Critical Implodable Volumes.
- Prohibition of mercury and mercury-containing compounds.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD-2073.
- Unique item identification per DFARS 252.211-7003.
- Quality Assurance requirements including a documented quality system (ISO-9001 or MIL-I-45208) and Government Quality Assurance at source.
- Critical traceability and certification requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ)
- Delivery: Required within 210 days.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Quotations Due: July 11, 2025, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
- Published: May 30, 2025 (Original Solicitation Date)
- Amendments: This solicitation has been amended multiple times (0001, 0002, 0003) to update clauses, extend the submission deadline, and revise the NAICS code.
Evaluation
Award will be based on an evaluation considering technical factors, past performance, and price.
Additional Notes
Offerors must acknowledge receipt of all amendments. The delivery destination is N50286. Contact Noelle M. Smith for inquiries.