ELPI ASSEMBLY
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 the ELPI ASSEMBLY. This opportunity requires the manufacture and supply of ELPI Assemblies, adhering to strict quality, design, and material specifications, including mercury-free requirements. Proposals are due by March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation outlines requirements for the manufacture and quality assurance of the ELPI ASSEMBLY. Key aspects include:
- Design & Part Numbers: Adherence to specified Cage Code/Reference Numbers (e.g., 04JN4 T0097594) and physical identification per MIL-STD-130, REV N. Strict procedures for design, material, or part number changes are detailed, requiring Contracting Officer approval for substitutions.
- Mercury-Free Requirement: The material supplied must be free from metallic mercury and contamination, intended for use on submarines/surface ships. Any functional inclusion of metallic mercury requires prior written approval and specific warning plates.
- Quality Assurance: The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, maintaining records for 365 days post-delivery. Government source inspection is required.
- Packaging: Preservation, packaging, packing, and marking must comply with MIL-STD 2073 and the Contract/Purchase Order Schedule.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award requiring contractor acceptance)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: March 23, 2026, at 8:30 PM Z
- Published: February 20, 2026
- FOB: Origin
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be issued bilaterally, requiring the contractor's written acceptance. Offerors must verify nomenclature, part number, and NSN prior to responding. Consideration for award will only be given to authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item. Proof of authorized distributorship, on company letterhead and signed by a responsible official, must be submitted with the offer. Informal cost breakdowns, Procurement Turnaround Time (PTAT), Awardee CAGE, and Inspection & Acceptance CAGE (if not at source) are also requested.
Additional Notes
Detailed instructions are provided for obtaining applicable documents and standards, including those from the DODSSP and specific Navy commands. Offerors are reminded of OPNAVINST 5510.1 regarding distribution statements for U.S. Navy documents and drawings.