COVER,PROTECTIVE,TO
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 for the manufacture and supply of COVER, PROTECTIVE, TO (NSN 1HM 1355-01-565-3246). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due May 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the manufacture and quality assurance of protective covers, which must meet specific design, manufacturing, and performance requirements detailed in drawing 8166339 (Cage 53711). Key specifications include marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129, configuration control managed under MIL-STD-973, and strict mercury-free material requirements due to the item's intended use on submarines/surface ships. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073, and Item Unique Identification and Valuation (IUID) requirements apply. Preservation, protection from electrostatic/electromagnetic forces, hazardous materials compliance, Navy shelf-life, and reusable NSN containers are also specified.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (anticipated Firm Fixed-Price for supplies)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Delivery: Required within 380 days for CLINs 0001AA and 0001AB.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must provide and maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001.
- Special Conditions: The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance prior to execution. This is a DO certified order for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due: May 20, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Evaluation: Past performance is considered more important than price. The Government intends to make a single award to the eligible, responsible, technically acceptable offeror whose offer is determined most advantageous.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov solicitation page. Technical inquiries, particularly regarding configuration, should follow MIL-STD-973 procedures. For general inquiries, contact Zachary R. Morrill at ZACHARY.R.MORRILL.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or (717) 605-1552.