OUTLET,PIPE
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 OUTLET,PIPE components, specifically a "Boss" in accordance with Electric Boat Corporation Drawing 2621-053-01 PIECE 11A. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for crucial shipboard systems, designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" requiring stringent quality and traceability. Proposals are due May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the supply of "Boss" components made from MIL-C-15726, Alloy C71500 material. The material is critical for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems. Key requirements include:
- Non-Destructive Testing for weld repair and production welds.
- Welding and Brazing procedures must comply with specified standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248) and require prior approval.
- Configuration Control and submission of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes.
- Certificate of Compliance for all furnished items, ensuring adherence to procurement documents.
- Mercury-free materials are mandatory.
Quality Assurance & Traceability
Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 and calibration systems per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required. Critical aspects include:
- Traceability: Maintained from material to certification test reports (Level I/SUBSAFE systems) using unique traceability numbers and permanent markings per MIL-STD-792.
- Certification Data: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis is required, with certification data submitted via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (N50286 Ship to, N39040 Inspect/Accept by). No material shipment prior to acceptance.
- Inspections: Comprehensive receiving and final inspections, including 100% inspection of material verification, traceability, and NDT certifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 4730 (Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, And Railing Fittings)
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published: January 22, 2026, 9:53 PM Z
- Delivery: Final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date; certification data CDRLs 20 days prior.
- DPAS: This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use.
- Warranty: One year from date of delivery.
- Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) apply.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Benjamin T. Spangler at benjamin.t.spangler.civ@us.navy.mil or 771-229-0573.