FLASK,COMPRESS GAS
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 MECH is soliciting quotations for "FLASK, COMPRESS GAS" (NSN 3HD 8120-01-543-5933, NIIN 015435933). This is an 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) opportunity for a critical component designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material. Quotations are due by September 11, 2025.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a "Flask, compressed gas" with a shelf life of 0-00, intended for critical use in shipboard systems where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or system damage. Key technical requirements include:
- Material Certification: Flask Body, Inlet/Outlet Plug, and Drain Plug must meet specified ASTM and MIL-DTL standards.
- Testing: Various Non-Destructive Tests (Weld Repair, Gas Leakage, Hydrostatic, Magnetic Particle, Ultrasonic Inspection) and Attribute tests (Visual, Dimensional, Heat Treatment) are required.
- Manufacturing: Internal threads must be cut, not cold formed. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are strictly prohibited.
- Traceability: Stringent traceability numbers and material certification test reports are mandatory.
- Welding/Brazing: Specific procedures and qualification data submission/approval are required.
- Configuration Management: Procedures for configuration management and engineering change proposals are outlined.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD-2073 and other specified requirements, including Item Unique Identification and Valuation (IUID).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation / Request for Quotations (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- Rating: "DO" rated for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS), issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
- Delivery: Required within 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract.
- Inspection & Acceptance: "AT ORIGIN".
- Quotation Due: September 11, 2025 (close of business).
- Published: April 9, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be based on an evaluation where past performance is considered more important than price.
Additional Notes
- Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from NOO102 to N50286.
- DD1423 Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file.
- Contact POC: Lydia Shaloka at lydia.m.shaloka.civ@us.navy.mil.