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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of BAR, METAL. This requirement is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, necessitating strict quality control and traceability. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for BAR, METAL meeting specific requirements, including ASTM-B150 and ASTM-B249 standards. Key material specifications include C63000 alloy, HR50 High Strength temper, 2-inch round form, and specified lengths (8-12 feet for under 5" dia, 5-12 feet for 5" dia & over). The material is critical for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems.
Quality Assurance is paramount, requiring a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662 as an alternate). Contractors must provide Test Certifications (CDRL DI-MISC-80678) and a Certificate of Compliance (CDRL DI-MISC-80678) for Special Emphasis Material. Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is mandatory, with specific marking requirements for permanent and temporary identification. Re-certification is required if material properties are altered during processing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 4, 2026
- Warranty: One year from date of delivery.
- Priority Rating: "DO" certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Submission Requirements & Notes
Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance prior to each shipment via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow), with specific "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" codes (N50286, N39040, N39040 respectively) and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. Access to drawings, if included, must be requested on the SAM.gov solicitation page. The ECDS (Electronic Contractor Data Submission) system is available for certain data submissions and waiver requests.