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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting for an Adapter Assembly, VA (Product Service Code 4730) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This opportunity is for a crucial shipboard system, designating the material as SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured). Proposals are due by March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the provision of an Adapter, piece 27, consisting of a Flange (piece 27-S1) and a Nipple, Deck Fitting (piece 27-S2), in accordance with Newport News Drawing 6002-148. The material for the Flange must be MIL-C-15726, Alloy C71500, Temper 060 or M20-soft, or forged MIL-C-24679, Alloy C71500. Extensive testing, certification, and quality assurance procedures are mandated due to the critical nature of the material.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 20, 2026
- Published: February 24, 2026
- Delivery Schedule: Certification Data CDRLs 20 days prior to scheduled delivery; Weld procedure and qualification data 120 days after contract award (for approval within 90 days of receipt); Final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date.
- Rating: "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under DPAS.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
Key Requirements
- Quality System: Must comply with ISO-9001 (amplified) with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is an acceptable alternative. Quality system procedures must be submitted prior to award.
- Certifications & Traceability: Strict requirements for material certification, chemical/mechanical analysis, and traceability for Level I/SUBSAFE systems. Electronic signatures are acceptable under controlled processes.
- Submissions: Certification data, including test reports, must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040) with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
- Welding: Welding procedures and qualification data must be submitted for review and approval prior to performing any welding.
Additional Notes
This order is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Access to drawings requires a request on the individual solicitation page on Contracts Opportunities on beta.SAM, followed by an email to the Primary POC.