Continuous Purge Layup System (CPLS) Condenser Manifold
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Weapons System at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract for eight (8) Continuous Purge Layup System (CPLS) Condenser Manifolds. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation, SPMYM126Q4047, is expected to be available on or about March 30, 2026, with quotes due by April 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of eight (8) CPLS Condenser Manifolds, which are portable dry air layup manifolds designed to introduce dried air to major components, preventing corrosion on CVN class nuclear aircraft carriers during maintenance. Key requirements include:
- Manifolds must be fully enclosed in a durable carrying case with access windows for gauges.
- Components must be made of materials not detrimental to ship systems (e.g., no lead, sulfur, cadmium, halogens), meeting cleanliness standards STR-4P37 and STR-4P38.
- The system includes an inlet shutoff valve, regulating valve, two pressure gauges (0-200 psi inlet, 0-60 psi outlet), a relief valve (Kunkle Model 1, set at 30 psi), and analog flow meters (0-200 SCFM).
- All components and piping must be 3/4" diameter and rated for a minimum of 150 psi.
- Acceptable substitutions include Kunkle replaced by Conrader, and Ashcroft Series 1008 transitioned to Dixon GC220 and GC23.
- The manifold must be portable, light enough for one or two people to carry, and capable of continuous year-round unmanned operation.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 332996 (Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing), Size Standard: 550 employees.
- Product Service Code: 4440 (Driers, Dehydrators, And Anhydrators).
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth, VA 23709, United States.
- Anticipated Delivery: Requested by May 29, 2026, to Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY).
- Warranty: Standard commercial warranty of one year from delivery/acceptance.
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Number: SPMYM126Q4047.
- Solicitation Availability: On or about March 30, 2026, on SAM.gov.
- Quotes Due: April 2, 2026, by 4:00 PM EST.
- Submission: Email responses to shawnta.wells@dla.mil, including the solicitation number in the subject line.
- Evaluation Factors (Best Value): Technical Capability is more important than Past Performance and Price. Delivery is more important than Price. Prior history is more important than Price.
- Required Documentation: Proposals must include lead time and estimated delivery. If proposing a different manufacturer/model, product brochures/submittals are mandatory. As-built drawings, Bill of Materials, isometric renderings, technical instructions, OEM/Vendor test reports, parts lists, and warranty information are required after construction.
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to award.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Shawnta Wells at shawnta.wells@dla.mil.