ADAPTER ASSEMBLY,VA
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting for an ADAPTER ASSEMBLY,VA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a crucial shipboard system, designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material." The solicitation requires the provision of Adapter Assembly, Piece 27, consisting of Flange, piece 27-S1 and Nipple, Deck Fitting, piece 27-S2, in accordance with Newport News Drawing 6002-148. Proposals are due August 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will supply an Adapter Assembly, VA, which is critical for shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. The material must conform to Newport News Drawing 6002-148, with specific material requirements for the Flange (MIL-C-15726, Alloy C71500 or MIL-C-24679). The contract is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Key Requirements
- Quality System: Must comply with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662) for calibration. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required, with DCMA QAR involvement.
- Certifications & Testing: Extensive certifications are required, including quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, Non-Destructive Tests (NDT) for weld repair, and visual/dye penetrant inspections for weldments. A Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material and Consumed Weld Metal C of C are mandatory. Electronic signatures on Level I certification documents are acceptable under specific controls.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability is required for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, maintained from material to certification test reports, with unique traceability numbers marked on materials.
- Documentation: Submission of Certification Data CDRLs (20 days prior to delivery), weld procedures and qualification data (120 days after contract award for approval), and adherence to detailed waiver/deviation and Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) procedures.
- Mercury Free: All furnished hardware and supplies must be mercury-free.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 packaging applies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: August 18, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 23, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required on or before 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract.
Evaluation & Important Notes
Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000. Offerors needing access to drawings must request it on the SAM.gov solicitation page and email the Primary POC. The Portsmouth NSY DODAAC has changed to N50286. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions and inquiries.