PAD
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) has issued a Solicitation for the manufacture of a PAD. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to specific drawings and military standards. Proposals are due March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of a "PAD" in accordance with Drawing 6194912-47 (53711) REV P. Key requirements include:
- Manufacturing & Design: Adherence to specified material and physical requirements on Drawing 6194912-47.
- Marking: Compliance with MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5 as applicable.
- Configuration Control: Implementation of MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8 (Short Form Procedure), for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspections, with the Government reserving the right to perform its own. Government Source Inspection (per FAR 52.246-2) is required. Inspection records must be maintained for 365 days post-delivery.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published: February 6, 2026
- Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
Evaluation & Special Conditions
Award for Ordnance Document (OD) Controlled Items will only be made to vendors listed on OD36190. Substitute items are not authorized without prior testing and approval. Contractors desiring to provide substitutes are urged to contact the PCO for testing and approval to be added to the OD.
Additional Notes
Drawings can be viewed or downloaded from SAM.gov by searching the solicitation number. Contact JOSHUA.D.MARTIN4@NAVY.MIL or 717-605-4356 for inquiries.