BAR,METAL
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, has issued a Solicitation for BAR, METAL (PSC 9530 - Bars And Rods, Nonferrous Base Metal). This requirement is for Special Emphasis Material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) intended for crucial shipboard systems, where incorrect or defective material could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems. Proposals are due by April 13, 2026, at 8:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture and design of metal bars to meet ASTM-B150 and ASTM-B249 specifications, with specific requirements for Alloy C63200, Temper TQ50, and a 4 1/2 inch (Round) form. Lengths vary based on diameter. Key aspects include:
- Certification and Mill Test Reports: Required for all materials.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). The Government reserves the right to evaluate the system and perform quality assurance at destination.
- Traceability: Critical for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, requiring unique traceability numbers (heat-lot, heat-treat) marked on the material, directly linking to chemical and mechanical properties. Re-identification and re-certification are required if material properties are altered.
- Material Marking: Both permanent (MIL-STD-792) and temporary (SAE-AMS-2806, etc.) markings are specified.
- Inspections: Comprehensive contractor inspection records, subcontractor oversight, receiving inspection (verifying traceability and certification), and final inspection (material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 or SPC) are mandatory.
- Certificate of Compliance: A Special Emphasis C of C (CDRL DI-MISC-80678) is required, detailing contractor information, NSN, and a statement of full compliance.
- Mercury Free: Materials must not contain intentionally added mercury.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 13, 2026
- Award Type: Resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
- This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will be DO certified for national defense under DPAS.
- Certification data, including for CDRL DI-QCIC-81110 and DI-MISC-80678, must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) prior to each shipment, with specific