BALL
SOL #: N0010426QLB30Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050-0788, United States
Place of Performance
Place of performance not available
NAICS
Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919)
PSC
Valves, Nonpowered (4820)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Apr 1, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Apr 16, 2026, 8:30 PM
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 Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of BALL items. This solicitation requires the manufacture and adherence to specific quality requirements for the item. A key requirement is that only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer will be considered for award, with proof required with the offer.
Scope of Work
This RFQ covers the manufacture and contract quality requirements for the BALL item. Key aspects include:
- Item Identification: Furnishing items designed by specific Cage Code/Reference Numbers (e.g., 35795 NC344200).
- Marking: Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-130, REV N.
- Design Changes: Strict procedures for design, material, servicing, or part number changes, requiring Contracting Officer approval for most changes.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, compliance, and maintaining inspection records for 365 days post-delivery. Government source inspection is required.
- Packaging: Preservation, packaging, packing, and marking must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) leading to a bilateral award.
- Product/Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC.
- Published: April 1, 2026.
Important Requirements
- Traceability: Offerors not the manufacturer must provide an official letter/email from the OEM confirming authorized distributor status.
- Pricing: Unit Price, Total Price, Procurement Turnaround Time (PTAT), Awardee CAGE, and Inspection & Acceptance CAGE must be provided.
- Delivery: Accelerated delivery is encouraged. All freight is FOB Origin.
- Document References: Contractors are responsible for obtaining applicable documents listed, with ordering information provided for various types of specifications and standards.
Additional Notes
This is an RFQ for a direct buy. Offerors must verify nomenclature, part number, and NSN prior to responding.
People
Points of Contact
CODY.S.SMITH26.CIV@US.NAVY.MILPRIMARY
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Solicitation
Posted: Apr 1, 2026