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 Mech, is soliciting for BAR, METAL (Nonferrous Base Metal) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This material is designated as Special Emphasis Material for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality and traceability. Proposals are due April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of Nickel-copper-aluminum alloy, wrought (UNS N05500) metal bars conforming to QQ-N-286, in annealed and age-hardened condition, typically 2 inches round and 5-12 feet in length. The material is critical for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious injury or loss.
Quality & Certification Requirements
Contractors must adhere to a robust quality system (e.g., ISO-9001 or MIL-I-45208). Key requirements include:
- Certifications: Required for Ultrasonic Inspection, Macroetch Test, Dye Penetrant Inspection, Annealing, and Age Hardening.
- Special Emphasis Material: A Certificate of Compliance is mandatory.
- Traceability: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports (Objective Quality Evidence) is required, with unique markings on the material.
- Testing: Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests must be performed by approved laboratories.
- Inspection: No Government source inspection; inspection and acceptance occur at destination. Final inspection includes 100% verification of material, traceability, and NDT certifications.
- Configuration Control: Waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) require Government approval.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 18, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Past performance will be considered in the evaluation. Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. Specific WAWF codes and email notifications are provided. No material is to be shipped before acceptance.
Additional Notes
This procurement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities. Constructive acceptance for prompt payment is extended to 45 days. Early and incremental deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost.