COUPLING,PIPE
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 WSS) is soliciting proposals for COUPLING,PIPE (Product Service Code 4730) to be used in crucial shipboard systems. This requirement is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to the high risk associated with incorrect or defective components, which could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally and is "DO" certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture and supply of 1-inch NPS Socket Weld Couplings, Pressure Class 3000, made from ASTM-A105 forgings or ASTM-A234 Grade WPB. These components must meet ASME-B16.11 specifications, with specific testing certifications including Dye Penetrant or Magnetic Particle Inspection, and seamless material condition. Strict quality assurance is mandated, including adherence to ISO-9001 and ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 calibration systems.
Key Requirements
- Material Traceability: Critical for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, requiring unique traceability markings and comprehensive certification data for chemical and mechanical properties.
- Welding/Brazing: All procedures and personnel must be qualified and approved in accordance with specified MIL-STDs (e.g., S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248).
- Configuration Control: Contractors must maintain total equipment baseline configuration, with all waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) requiring Government review and approval.
- Mercury-Free: Materials must not contain mercury or mercury-containing compounds.
- Inspections: Includes receiving inspection, final inspection (material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4), and 100% inspection of traceability, NDT, and material certifications.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 4, 2026
Submission & Contact
Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance prior to each shipment of material via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow). WAWF entries should specify "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, and "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. For inquiries, contact JOCELYNE.DZONANGFOUEGO.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-2982.