ELBOW,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 Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Mechanicsburg, has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of ELBOW,PIPE. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bidders are mandated to review the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD) available at the BPMI site. Proposals are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacturing and supply of ELBOW,PIPE, requiring adherence to detailed technical, quality, and packaging specifications. Key aspects include compliance with specific military standards, drawings, and technical data, all of which are accessible via the https://logistics.unnpp.gov/ecommerce portal (requiring pre-registration). The contract emphasizes strict quality assurance, inspection systems, and specific packaging requirements, including cleanliness controls and the exclusion of mercury.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 4730 (Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, And Railing Fittings)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published Date: March 5, 2026
Key Requirements & Submissions
- Mandatory IRPOD Review: Vendors must review the IRPOD available at the BPMI site.
- Technical Documentation: Access to technical documents (IRPOD, drawings, STRs, MIL-SPECs) is through the NAVSUP WSS e-commerce site, which requires a password and pre-registration. Documents are subject to "Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals" (NOFORN) distribution controls.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must provide and maintain a government-acceptable inspection system, with QA requirements detailed in the IRPOD.
- Packaging: Specific packaging requirements apply, including MIL-PRF-23199 and MIL-DTL-24466 for cleanliness control. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must include justification demonstrating no impact on quality, form, fit, or function, and an offer of consideration.
- Reports of Test and Inspection (ROTI): A complete package of vendor-certified ROTI per DI-QCIC-8872 (latest rev) must be submitted to NAVSUP-WSS, Code N9433, at the End of Contract (EOC). Authorization to ship material must be obtained from the PCO.
- Pre-Manufacturing Procedures: A package of applicable procedures, drawings, and pre-manufacturing submittals (IAW DI-QCIC-8871) must be submitted for approval to NAVSUP-WSS code N9433 within 45 days after contract award.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact JOHN.A.MASTERS15.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 7712290098.