BULKHEAD
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 MECH is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of a BULKHEAD. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The requirement is for a specific component, identified by drawing number 2526780, and includes stringent quality, configuration control, and mercury-free specifications for use on submarines/surface ships. Proposals are due by May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and quality requirements for a BULKHEAD, specifically drawing number 2526780, cage 10001. Key requirements include:
- Design, manufacture, and performance according to specified drawing.
- Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration control per MIL-STD-973.
- Mercury-free materials and manufacturing processes, critical for submarine/surface ship applications.
- Quality assurance system compliant with ISO 9001 or MIL-I-45208.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published: April 1, 2026, 10:15 PM Z
- Option: Includes an option for increased quantity up to 365 days after award; pricing for this option must be submitted.
Evaluation
Award will be based on the lowest aggregate total price submitted for the total quantity, inclusive of the option provision. This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a DO certified order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov individual solicitation page, followed by an email to the listed POC. Technical inquiries regarding configuration should be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, NAVICP-MECH.