Mechanical Fabrication
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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 Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) is conducting a Sources Sought (RFI) for Mechanical Fabrication services. This market research aims to identify potential sources capable of fabricating, producing, assembling, testing, packaging, and delivering hardware according to Government-provided drawings. This is a direct follow-on to BPA N6660421AJ101-106. Responses are due June 3, 2026.
Purpose
This Request for Information (RFI) is a market research tool to determine potential businesses with the technical capability and qualifications for mechanical fabrication. It is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quotes (RFQ). The results will inform the acquisition strategy and potential future solicitation.
Scope of Work
The primary effort involves build-to-print, firm fixed price (FFP) hardware fabrication and certification. Services include Computer Numerical Control (CNC), CAD/CAM, welding, brazing, milling, machining, shearing, shaping, rolling, bending, cutting, drilling, boring, tapping, threading, EDM, grinding, honing, polishing, plating, anodizing, coating, painting, assembly, non-destructive testing (NDT), additive manufacturing, and waterjet services. The contractor will fabricate, produce, assemble, test, package, and deliver hardware in accordance with Government-provided drawings. Metals anticipated include mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, High Yield Steel (HYS), High-Strength Low-Alloy (HSLA), super alloy, Titanium, Inconel, and Monel (K-500). This work supports Electronic Warfare, Imaging, Communications, and Special Projects for the Undersea Warfare Electromagnetic Systems Department (Code 34) and Undersea Weapons and Defensive Systems Department (Code 85). All work shall be performed at the contractor's site.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Vehicle: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with Firm Fixed Price (FFP) provisions.
- Anticipated RFQ Posting: Late June 2026.
- NAICS Code: 332710 - Machine Shops (Small Business Size Standard: 500 employees).
- Place of Performance: Contractor's site, Newport, RI.
- Published Date: May 21, 2026.
- Questions Due: May 27, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested businesses must submit a capabilities statement package (maximum 5 pages, single-spaced, 12-point font) demonstrating manufacturing ability. The package should include: RFI Title; Corporate Description (Company name, address, NAICS code 332710 status, ownership type, CAGE Code, DUNS Number, two points of contact); Facilities (Listing of company facilities, ownership, description of equipment, controlled storage); and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level (Current CMMC Level, UID for systems processing CUI/FCI, plans for CMMC upgrade/certification). Late responses will not be considered, and no extensions will be granted. The government will determine the final acquisition strategy (e.g., Unrestricted, Small Business) based on RFI responses.
Special Requirements
The contractor must adhere to numerous applicable documents, including ASME, ISO/IEC, MIL-STD, and T9074 standards for engineering drawing practices, testing, quality management, military packaging, welding, brazing, fabrication, and technical data packages. Deliverables include build-to-print hardware, a Certificate of Compliance (COC), and a Quality Assurance Test Report. The contractor must manage Government Furnished Property (GFP) and submit an inventory report. Security requirements include adherence to 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and implementation of an Operations Security (OPSEC) program. The contractor is responsible for any costs incurred by the Government due to Electronic Spillage (ES).
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Levi Andrews Email: levi.s.andrews2.civ@us.navy.mil Phone: 401-832-0044