BODY,DYNAMIC SEAL
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 quotations for the procurement of 8 BODY,DYNAMIC SEAL (NSN 5820 011586886) for use on Navy submarines. An amendment has removed the small business set-aside for this requirement. Quotations are due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the manufacture of Body, Dynamic Seal components according to Drawing RE-D102152, including associated specifications. Key requirements include permanent marking per MIL-STD-130 and strict adherence to mercury-free material specifications for submarine/surface ship use. Quality assurance must comply with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, or ISO 10012. Suppliers must submit a Quality Inspection and Test Plan (CDRL A001) and Production Lot Testing/Inspection Reports (CDRL A002), including Certified Mill Certification, Visual/Dimensional Inspection Report, and Mercury Exclusion Certification, all requiring approval from Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) prior to production and shipment, respectively. Packaging must follow MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation)
- Quantity: 8 units
- Set-Aside: None (Small Business set-aside removed by amendment)
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published: January 13, 2026, 11:15 PM Z
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation provides the best value to the Government, considering both price and non-price factors. Non-price factors, when combined, are approximately equal to price.
- Evaluation Factors:
- Price
- Non-Price Factors:
- Delivery Lead Time: Proposed lead times and schedules will be evaluated.
- Past Performance: Assessment of successful performance, quality, timeliness, cost management, communications, proactive management, and customer satisfaction on related contracts.
Additional Notes
Final inspection and acceptance will be conducted by the cognizant DCMA-QAR in conjunction with NSWCPD. Suppliers must maintain Objective Quality Evidence Records (OQEDs) traceable by drawing, heat, serial, and contract number. Contact: Sagan Kakkar at SAGAN.KAKKAR.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-9121.