ELBOW
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 Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Mech is soliciting proposals for ELBOW components, identified under Product Service Code 4730 (Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, And Railing Fittings). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bidders must review the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD), which is mandatory. Proposals are due by June 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of "ELBOW" components, requiring adherence to specific technical, quality, and packaging standards. The scope involves manufacturing and supplying items in accordance with detailed technical documentation, including IRPODs, drawings, and military specifications. Compliance with various clauses related to unique item identification, quality requirements (MIL-I-45208), production lot testing, and inspection is mandatory.
Key Requirements & Compliance
- Technical Documentation: Access to IRPOD, drawings, technical data, STRs, military specifications, and Commercial Item Descriptions (CID) is available at HTTPS://LOGISTICS.UNNPP.GOV/ECOMMERCE, requiring pre-registration and a password.
- Export Controls: Technical documents are subject to NOFORN (Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals) distribution restrictions.
- Order of Precedence: Contract amendments take precedence, followed by the schedule of supplies, terms and conditions, IRPOD, STRs, drawings, and specifications. Contractors must comply with specified document revisions and use them in their entirety. Any deviations or waivers on critical contracts must be identified in advance, justified, and approved by the Contracting Officer.
- Quality Assurance: An inspection system acceptable to the Government is required, with records maintained. Quality requirements are detailed in the IRPOD.
- Packaging: MIL-PRF-23199 packaging requirements apply, with specific clarifications for cleanliness controls and the use of MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required. MIL-STD 2073 packaging also applies.
- Cybersecurity: Compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level Requirements is mandated (NOV 2025).
- Mercury Exclusion: Intentional addition or direct contact of mercury or mercury-containing compounds with hardware/supplies is prohibited.
- DD Form 1423: Detailed instructions are provided for completing DD Form 1423, covering deliverable item descriptions, inspection/acceptance codes, distribution statements, submission frequencies, and pricing groups.
Contract Details & Submission
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 4730 (Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, And Railing Fittings)
- Pricing Validity: Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified.
- Deliverables:
- Procedure Package (DI-QCIC-8871): Due 45 Days After Contract (DAC) for approval, including pre-manufacturing submittals.
- Reports of Test and Inspection (ROTI) Package (DI-QCIC-8872): Due End of Contract (EOC), requiring PCO authorization to ship material.
- Both packages require separate submissions for each unique Contract Number, National Stock Number, and Item Nomenclature.
- Response Due: June 18, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC.
Evaluation
Evaluation will be conducted for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEV 2026-O0028). Specific evaluation criteria are not fully detailed but will likely consider technical compliance, quality assurance, and adherence to all specified requirements.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact HUNTER.R.BREON.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 7712290109.