COUPLING,FLEXIBLE

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, has issued a Solicitation for Flexible Couplings (Murdock Drawing 302719-100). These 2-inch couplings are designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality and traceability. Proposals are due by January 29, 2026.

Scope of Work

This opportunity requires the manufacturing and delivery of 2-inch Flexible Couplings, Part Number 302719-100, in accordance with Murdock Drawing 302719. The scope includes:

• Material Requirements: Specific alloys (e.g., MIL-C-15726, QQ-N-281, QQ-N-286) for various components (Body, Hub, Flanges, Studs, Nuts, Cap Screws).
• Extensive Testing & Certification: Non-Destructive Tests (Dye Penetrant, Liquid Penetrant, Visual, Hydrostatic Pressure, Radiography), Quality Conformance Tests, Ultrasonic Inspection, and Wedge Tensile Tests. Certifications are required for materials, tests, and consumed weld metal.
• Quality System: Compliance with ISO-9001 (amplified/modified) and ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is an acceptable alternative.
• Traceability: Strict material traceability, including unique numbers, heat-lot numbers, and permanent marking, maintained through all processes and subcontractors.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Solicitation
• Set-Aside: None specified
• Product/Service Code: 3010 (Torque Converters And Speed Changers)
• Response Due: January 29, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
• Published: January 14, 2026
• Delivery: Final material delivery within 365 days after contract effective date. Certification Data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.

Key Requirements

• Government Source Inspection (GSI): Required at the contractor's and subcontractor's facilities by a DCMA Quality Assurance Representative (QAR).
• Electronic Submissions: The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is used for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests.
• DPAS Rating: This is a DO rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
• Waivers/Deviations/ECPs: Detailed procedures for submission and approval are outlined.

Additional Notes

This order is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).