BEARING
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 (WSS) Mech has issued a Solicitation for the procurement and/or repair of BEARINGS (PSC 3120). This opportunity requires strict adherence to technical specifications, quality assurance, and specific packaging standards. Proposals are due by July 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the requirements for the repair and contract quality of bearings. Key aspects include:
- Mandatory review of the Individual Repair Parts Ordering Data (IRPOD) available at the BPMI site.
- Access to technical documents (IRPOD, drawings, data, STRs, military specifications, Commercial Item Descriptions) via HTTPS://LOGISTICS.UNNPP.GOV/ECOMMERCE, requiring pre-registration and a password.
- Adherence to a defined order of precedence for resolving document conflicts, with amendments taking highest priority.
- Strict compliance with specified document revisions; any deviations or waivers for critical contracts must be justified and approved by the Contracting Officer, demonstrating no impact on quality, form, fit, or function.
- Exclusion of Mercury or mercury-containing compounds from hardware or supplies.
- Quality assurance requirements detailed in the IRPOD, with contractors required to maintain an acceptable inspection system.
- Specific packaging requirements under MIL-PRF-23199, MIL-DTL-24466, and MIL-STD 2073, including cleanliness controls. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
- Deliverable items will be managed via DD Form 1423, outlining data item descriptions, submission frequencies, and distribution statements. A Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) is required at material delivery for each unique combination of Contract/PO, NSN, and Item Nomenclature.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 6, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: June 4, 2026, 11:22 PM UTC
Additional Notes
Prospective bidders should note the detailed instructions for obtaining Nuclear Reactor Publications and Commercial Specifications. All contractual documents are considered 'issued' upon deposit in mail, fax, or electronic transmission.