EXTENSION ASSEMBLY

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for an EXTENSION ASSEMBLY (Product Service Code 5935: Connectors, Electrical). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The required material is designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" for crucial shipboard systems, demanding stringent quality control. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026.

Scope of Work

This solicitation is for the procurement of a Connector Assembly in accordance with NAVSEA drawings 5791483 and 5791484 item 507, with specific modifications. Key modifications include replacing the molded insert assembly with a D.G OBRIEN neoprene assembly (P/N 1122932-102), accepting CPVC (ASTM D1784, class 23447) as a replacement for LEXAN 500 for the Polycarbonate Cap, and using CHEMLOK 6224 as a replacement for CHEMLOK 220. The material is critical for shipboard systems, requiring Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured designation.

Contract & Timeline

• Opportunity Type: Solicitation
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (Deviation 2020-O0008)
• Response Due: November 17, 2026, 20:30 UTC
• Published Date: October 28, 2025, 21:04:07 UTC
• Issuing Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH (Dept Of Defense, DEPT OF THE NAVY)
• Product Service Code: 5935 (Connectors, Electrical)

Key Requirements & Quality Assurance

The contract requires extensive material and testing certifications, including quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for specific parts (Outboard Adapter, Retaining Nut, Bleed Off Valve). Testing certifications are required for Intergranular Corrosion, Ultrasonic Inspection, Dye Penetrant Inspection, and Hydrostatic tests. Thread inspection must follow FED-STD-H28 series, with specific requirements for System 21. Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests for QQ-N-286 material must be performed by approved laboratories. Internal threads must be cut, not cold-formed. Welding and brazing must comply with S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, or S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, with prior approval for procedures and qualifications.

A Certificate of Compliance is mandatory for all items, especially for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS MATERIAL," ensuring traceability and compliance with procurement documents. Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at the source is required, with DCMA notification upon contract award. Strict traceability and certification requirements apply to all materials, particularly for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, including material marking and handling procedures.

Evaluation

NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000. The contract is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).

Submission Details & Contact

Certification data, including test results, must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, and "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. Access to drawings requires a request on the individual solicitation page on beta.SAM and an email to the Primary POC. Primary Contact: Benjamin Spangler, BENJAMIN.SPANGLER@NAVY.MIL, 7712290573.