COVER TARP

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a Solicitation for COVER TARP. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires strict adherence to technical specifications, quality assurance, and packaging requirements. Proposals are due by February 11, 2026.

Scope of Work

This procurement is for COVER TARP, with a strong emphasis on compliance with detailed technical documentation. Key aspects include:

• Technical Documentation: Mandatory vendor review of the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD). Technical documents, drawings, and specifications are available at HTTPS://LOGISTICS.UNNPP.GOV/ECOMMERCE (requires pre-registration and password).
• Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government. Records of inspection work must be kept complete and available.
• Packaging: Adherence to MIL-PRF-23199 and MIL-DTL-24466 standards, particularly concerning cleanliness controls (e.g., MIL-STD-767, MIL-STD-2041). Fire retardant packaging material is no longer required.
• Mercury Exclusion: Mercury or mercury-containing compounds shall not be intentionally added to or come into direct contact with hardware or supplies.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Solicitation
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business
• Product Service Code: 4235 (Hazardous Material Spill Containment And Clean Up Equipment And Material)
• Response Due: February 11, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
• Published: January 7, 2026
• Pricing Validity: Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified.

Key Requirements & Submission

• IRPOD Review: Vendor review of the IRPOD is mandatory.
• Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must be accompanied by a detailed explanation, justification, and an evaluation demonstrating no adverse effect on quality, form, fit, or function. Supporting technical data is required for proposed alternate items.
• Reports of Test and Inspection (ROTI): A complete package of all applicable Vendor Certified Reports of Test and Inspection per DI-QCIC-8872 (latest revision) must be submitted to NAVSUP-WSS, Code N9433, per the contract delivery schedule. Authorization to ship material must be obtained from the PCO.
• DD Form 1423: Detailed instructions are provided for completing and understanding the DD Form 1423, including codes for inspection, acceptance, distribution, and pricing groups.

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact EVA.A.RACZKA.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 7712290110.