BEARING,GLAND INNER
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 the procurement of a BEARING,GLAND INNER (also referred to as a Gland Flanged Bushing). This critical component is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I) for use in crucial shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems/the ship itself. Proposals are due by May 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the manufacture and delivery of Gland Flanged Bushings in accordance with Kamatics drawing KJBA15756V, with specific amplifications and modifications. Key requirements include:
- Material Specifications: Must be mercury-free and non-metallic materials must satisfy toxicity and flammability requirements of NAVSEA SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290.
- Configuration Control: Strict adherence to configuration control, with all waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) requiring Government review and approval.
- Quality Assurance: Implementation and maintenance of a robust quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate), including calibration system requirements. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) will be performed at the source.
- Traceability & Certification: Mandatory material traceability to Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) per MIL-STD-792, and submission of a comprehensive Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 3120 (Bearings, Plain, Unmounted)
- Set-Aside: None specified for the prime contract. A Small Business Subcontracting Plan may be required for large businesses.
- Proposal Due Date: May 28, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: May 13, 2026
- Delivery Schedule: Certification data CDRLs due 20 days prior to delivery; final material delivery 210 days after contract award.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit certification documentation via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. Specific WAWF details are provided.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact NOELLE.M.SMITH10.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-3992.