CONNECTOR,FLEXIBLE
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, is soliciting proposals for the refurbishment and repair of Flexible Connectors (NSN 4730-01-234-5678) designated as Special Emphasis Material (Level I) for crucial shipboard systems. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under a "DO" rated order, utilizing Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities. Proposals should include Not-to-Exceed (NTE) or Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for repair, and a price for beyond repair/economic repair. Responses are due by February 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the comprehensive refurbishment of Flexible Connectors, including detailed inspection, material traceability, and adherence to stringent quality assurance standards. Key requirements include:
- Inspection: Cleaning, determining refurbishment possibility, and recording identifying markings for traceability.
- Material Requirements: Specific material compositions for various parts (e.g., Body, Nipple, Stud Bolt, Self-Locking Nut, Socket Head Cap Screw) per MIL-C-15726, QQ-N-281, QQ-N-286, FF-S-86, and ASTM-D4066.
- Testing & Certification: Extensive testing (Non-Destructive, Dye Penetrant, Liquid Penetrant, Hydrostatic Pressure, Quality Conformance, Ultrasonic Inspection) with required certifications (CDRLs DI-MISC-80678, DI-MISC-81020).
- Quality Assurance: Implementation of a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required.
- Welding & Brazing: Procedures and personnel must be qualified under S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278 or 0900-LP-001-7000.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability and certification requirements for all components, especially for Level I/SUBSAFE systems.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 packaging applies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for repair/refurbishment)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 12, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery within 125 days after contract effective date.
Additional Notes
This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed to N50286. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for data submissions and waiver requests.