ELECTRODE,WELDING
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, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a Solicitation for ELECTRODE, WELDING (Product Service Code 3439). This opportunity is for the procurement of welding electrodes designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, where material failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship. Proposals are due by February 12, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the supply of welding electrodes, including flux-cored, bare, and covered welding electrodes for low-alloy steel applications, specifically MIL-10718-M (3/32" size, 14" length). The material must meet the requirements of T9074-BC-GIB-010/0200 and Appendix C, with specific modifications detailed in the solicitation. Key requirements include a maximum Chromium content of 0.20% for certain types and a mandatory label on MIL-10718-M unit containers prohibiting use for post-weld stress relief applications.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
- Product Service Code: 3439 - Miscellaneous Welding, Soldering, And Brazing Supplies And Accessories
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due Date: February 12, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published Date: February 6, 2026
Key Requirements & Evaluation
This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The item is on a Qualified Product List (QPL), meaning only tested and approved items will be considered. NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation.
Offerors must adhere to stringent quality assurance requirements, including maintaining a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662 as an alternate). Extensive traceability and certification are required for all materials, especially for Level I/SUBSAFE systems. Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (DODAAC N50286 for "Ship to", N39040 for "Inspect by" and "Accept by").
Amendments & Important Notes
An amendment dated December 29, 2025, waived the strip heater and holding fixture requirements (paragraphs 3.4 and 3.4.1). The Point of Contact has been updated to Amanda Bailey (amanda.l.bailey50.civ@us.navy.mil). Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed to N50286. Delivery of final material is required on or before 365 days after the contract effective date, with certification data due 20 days prior.