80--SEALER,SURFACE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 Mech, has issued a solicitation for SEALER,SURFACE (NSN: 8010 015652623 ST), with a required quantity of 9600 units. This opportunity is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. A U.S. security clearance (classified or higher) is mandatory for offerors to access classified annexes. Proposals are due June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the manufacture and supply of SEALER,SURFACE, specifically NSN 8010 015652623 ST. Key requirements include:
- Quantity: 9600 units.
- Quality Assurance: Adherence to MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002 inspection systems. Government source inspection is required.
- Source Control: Only Government-approved sources will be considered. New suppliers must undergo extensive qualification and testing prior to award.
- Material Specifications: Must be mercury-free for submarine/surface ship use.
- Documentation: A Certificate of Conformance (COC) or Certificate of Acceptance (COA) is required with each SHT material, including test reports and traceability.
- Marking: Items must be identified in accordance with MIL-STD-130.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation, leading to a bilateral award with firm unit and total prices.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Priority Rating: DO certified under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Published: May 13, 2026.
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a valid U.S. security clearance (classified or higher) to access confidential annexes (DD254 applies). Classified material must be handled per NISPOM and reside at CAGE 0G1Z3 (Valencia, CA), not CAGE 22354 (Mount Laurel, NJ).
- Qualification: Specific qualification requirements (DEV 2026-O0042) apply.
- Subcontracting Plan: Large businesses (exceeding NAICS size standard of 1250 employees) must submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan.
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions apply.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings, if included, must be requested via SAM.gov and followed up with an email to the POC. Contact Alison N. Bruker at alison.n.bruker.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-6447 for inquiries.