HULL PENETRATOR
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the repair and refurbishment of Hull Penetrators. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for critical shipboard systems, designated as Special Emphasis material (Level I). Proposals are due April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the teardown, evaluation, inspection, and full repair of Hull Penetrators to "like new" or "A" condition. The work must adhere to Naval Sea Systems Command Drawing 8212306 and Maintenance Standard 1110-081-022 Revision B(CSD695). Key requirements include:
- Detailed inspection and recording of identifying markings for traceability.
- Replacement of non-useable or improperly marked parts with required certifications.
- Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for specific parts and materials (e.g., QQ-N-286, SAE-AMS-5666).
- Extensive testing certifications, including Post-Overhaul, Non-Destructive (Dye Penetrant, Ultrasonic), Annealing, Age Hardening, and Mechanical Property tests.
- Adherence to strict pressure and test time tolerances.
- Specific requirements for O-ring groove inspection, thread inspection (FED-STD-H28 series), and thread lubricants (no molybdenum disulfide).
- Welding and brazing must follow standards like S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, with prior approval for procedures and no repair welding on QQ-N-286 material.
- Compliance with mercury-free requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (seeking Not To Exceed (NTE) or Firm Fixed Price (FFP) proposals).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, by 8:30 PM ET.
- Published: March 4, 2026.
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required on or before 126 days after the effective date of the resulting contract. Certification Data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers. Offerors must submit NTE or FFP pricing, along with a Beyond Repair (BR)/Beyond Economic Repair (BER) price.
Additional Notes
This 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). It is a Level 1 Repair. The contract utilizes Commercial Asset Visibility (CAV). Stringent Quality Assurance is required, including a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 and ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025 (or MIL-I-45208/MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is mandated, with 100% inspection for material verification, traceability, and NDT certifications. Access to drawings must be requested via beta.SAM.