MK 444 MOD 2 TS
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Mechanicsburg has issued a solicitation for the manufacture and supply of MK 444 MOD 2 TS. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to specific design, manufacturing, and quality assurance standards. Proposals are due June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture and supply of the MK 444 MOD 2 TS, meeting design, manufacturing, and performance requirements specified on drawing 8290510, cage 53711. Key requirements include:
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973 for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers, submitted to NAVICP-MECH.
- Mercury-Free: Material must be free from metallic mercury contamination, intended for submarine/surface ship use. Specific approval is required if mercury is a functional part.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, maintaining a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 (MIL-I-45208 is an acceptable alternative). This procurement requires Higher Level Inspection.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 99 (Miscellaneous)
- Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Mechanicsburg
- Authority: Issued under SEPA-EAF Authority.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on Trade-Off criteria per FAR 15.101-1, with price being more important than past performance. Both factors will be used to determine the best value to the government.
Submission & Important Notes
- Proposal Due Date: June 12, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Drawings/Technical Data: Access controlled drawings via SAM.gov by searching the solicitation number. Request access through the "Attachments/Links" section, submitted by the Data Custodian on an approved DD2345.
- Electronic Submissions: Invoices and Receiving Reports (COMBO) must be submitted electronically through PIEE-WAWF. Vendors are recommended to register for EDA at https://piee.eb.mil/.
- OEM Information: If not the manufacturer, offerors must state the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) CAGE code and part number.
- Production Facility Changes: Require Contracting Officer approval and a $250 price reduction for administrative costs.
- Contact: MATTHEW.CRACKER@DLA.MIL, 717-550-3121.