INSERT,WELDING
Overview
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PSC
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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 Welding Inserts and Filler Material. This procurement is for Special Emphasis Material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured), crucial for shipboard systems where failure could result in serious injury or loss. Proposals are due by April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture and supply of welding inserts and filler material conforming to MIL-I-23413, with specific requirements for Class 1, Style A, Type MIL-316L, and a 5/32 Inch X 50 Feet insert cross-section. Key requirements include:
- Material Specifications: Adherence to MIL-I-23413, ISO-9001, ISO-10012, ANSI-Z540.3, ISO-17025, MIL-I-45208, and MIL-STD-45662.
- Testing & Certification: Required for Quality Conformance/Compliance Inspection of welding filler, including Liquid Penetrant (PT) performance and acceptance per specified standards. Certifications must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF prior to shipment.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system (ISO-9001 or MIL-I-45208 equivalent), provide inspection records, and ensure subcontractor compliance. Government Quality Assurance will be performed at destination.
- Traceability: Strict traceability requirements for material, including unique identification numbers (heat-lot, heat-treat) and detailed certification data (chemical/mechanical properties, class, form, condition, grade, type, finish).
- Configuration Control: Procedures for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) must be followed, utilizing the ECDS system for submissions.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 3439 (Miscellaneous Welding, Soldering, And Brazing Supplies And Accessories)
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 18, 2026
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mech will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7024. Data Item A001 (inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file.
Additional Notes
This procurement is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities. Early and incremental delivery is acceptable at no additional cost. Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance before any material shipment. Specific WAWF details are provided in the solicitation description.