93--DURA 1 TILE EAV09
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 is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of DURA 1 TILE EAV09. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and involves specific manufacturing, quality, and testing requirements for use on submarines/surface ships. The closing date for proposals has been extended to March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture and supply of DURA 1 TILE EAV09, including:
- Providing O-ring Cords and ensuring tiles have vacuum and gasket channels.
- Using only Teflon or Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) as mold release agents.
- Adhering to strict mercury-free requirements for materials used on submarines/surface ships.
- Compliance with NAVSEA Drawing 690-6726598 and 7551301, and other specified documents.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (resultant award will be bilateral)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 9320 (Rubber Fabricated Materials)
- Response Due: March 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: February 18, 2026
Key Requirements
- Security Clearance: Contractors must possess a Government Security Clearance (DD Form 254) and handle classified documents (NAVSEA drawing# 690-6726598, DURA-1 Polyurea Material Specification - Confidential).
- Testing: Requires both First Article Testing (FAT) and Production Lot Testing (PLT), with specific sample submission requirements to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division.
- Quality Assurance: Inspection system must comply with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.
- Configuration Control: MIL-STD-973 applies for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Option: Includes an option for increased quantity (up to 180 days after award); pricing for this option is requested.
- DPAS: This will be a DO-rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov individual solicitation page, followed by an email to the POC. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.