CONNECTOR,THRU-HULL
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 seeking proposals for the manufacture and delivery of CONNECTOR,THRU-HULL (Hull Penetrators). This solicitation is for critical Level I/SUBSAFE material used in shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and testing. An amendment has dissolved the previous set-aside, making this an unrestricted opportunity. Proposals are due by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the manufacture and design of Hull Penetrators, specifically Electric Boat (EB) Specification 2982 Revision F, for SSN 688 Class Vertical Launch Systems. The material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its critical role in shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship.
Key Requirements
- First Article Approval (Government Testing): Required, including destructive First Article Testing (FAT) of two units, which will not be delivered against the contract quantity.
- Material Specifications: Parts such as the Body, Nut, and Washer must use QQ-N-286 material. Repair welding is not permitted on QQ-N-286 material.
- Testing & Certification: Extensive certifications are required for Quality Conformance/Compliance, Non-Destructive Tests (NDT), Ultrasonic Inspection, Dye Penetrant Inspection, and Annealing/Age Hardening. Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests must be performed by approved laboratories.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (amplified by contract) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. An alternate system per MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is acceptable. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required.
- Traceability: Critical for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, requiring unique traceability numbers on materials, direct linkage to chemical/mechanical analysis, and maintenance through all processes.
- Welding/Brazing: Must adhere to specific standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248).
- Other: No molybdenum disulfide thread lubricants. Internal threads must be cut, not cold formed. Mercury-free materials are mandatory.
- Delivery Schedule: Certification data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery, PNSY review within 6 working days, and final material delivery 365 days after the contract effective date. This is a "DO" rated order under DPAS.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None (previously a Total Small Business set-aside, but dissolved by amendment).
- Product Service Code: 2040 (Marine Hardware And Hull Items)
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, at 8:30 PM EST.
- Published: January 7, 2026.
Evaluation
Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
Submission & Contact
Certification documentation must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040), with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. Access to drawings must be requested on beta.SAM. The primary point of contact is Benjamin Spangler at BENJAMIN.SPANGLER@NAVY.MIL or 7712290573.