BONNET ASSEMBLY
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, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of a Bonnet Assembly. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, requiring strict adherence to quality and material specifications for a critical shipboard system. Proposals are due by July 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for a Bonnet Assembly in accordance with NAVSHIPS drawing 803-2177525, part number 803-2177525-C5XX-92. The material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its crucial role in shipboard systems. Key requirements include:
- Material: ASTM-A105 or MIL-S-24093, Type V, Class H, phosphate coated.
- Testing: Dye Penetrant Inspection (hardfacing), Non-Destructive Tests (weld repair), and specific certifications for mechanical properties and heat treatment.
- Quality Assurance: Compliance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and ISO-10012 (or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025) calibration systems. Government Source Inspection (GSI) by DCMA is required.
- Traceability & Certification: Extensive requirements for material traceability, identification, and certification, including chemical and mechanical analysis, with specific marking standards (MIL-STD-792).
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and personnel must be qualified under specified standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248).
- Configuration Control: Contractor must maintain total equipment baseline configuration and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: July 13, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: June 12, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required on or before 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract. Early and incremental delivery is acceptable at no additional cost.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers. Only sources with an acceptable Quality Control Manual are eligible for award. This procurement will not be delayed for approving additional sources.
Additional Notes
- All contractual documents are issued electronically. Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286.
- Certification data and payment instructions require Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) submission, with specific 'Ship to', 'Inspect by', and 'Accept by' DODAACs (N50286, N39040, N39040 respectively) and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL.
- The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions and inquiries.
- Any contract awarded will be a DO rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).