CAP,VALVE
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 for a CAP,VALVE under the Level One Program, which involves Special Emphasis Material for crucial shipboard systems. This procurement is subject to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a rated order for national defense. An amendment has reduced the required quantity from 19 to 5 units. Proposals are due January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a Bonnet for outlet valve assembly, to be manufactured in accordance with Vacco Valves drawing V3D10054, item 1. The specified material is ASTM-A582, type 303, condition A. The material is designated as Level I/SUBSAFE, requiring stringent quality control and traceability.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: December 18, 2025
- Agency: Dept Of Defense, DEPT OF THE NAVY, NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
- Product/Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
Key Requirements
- Quantity: Reduced from 19 to 5 units via amendment.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001, amplified by specific requirements, and calibration systems per ISO-10012, ANSI-Z540.3, or ISO-17025. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required, with DCMA notification upon award.
- Material Traceability & Certification: Extensive requirements for Level I/SUBSAFE material, including chemical and mechanical analysis, unique traceability markings (MIL-STD-792), and a Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and personnel must be qualified, with submittal for review and approval prior to performance.
- Thread Inspection: All internal threads must be cut, not cold-formed, and inspected per FED-STD-H28 series.
- Waivers/Deviations/ECPs: Strict configuration control with specific procedures for submitting waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
- Delivery: Partial and early delivery is authorized and desired.
- Award: Will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor's written acceptance.
Submission Instructions
Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance prior to each shipment via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Specific WAWF details are provided in the description, including 'Ship to' N50286, 'Inspect by' N39040, 'Accept by' N39040, and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to receipt of Acceptance.
Additional Notes
This procurement falls under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) Regulation (15 CFR 700).