PARTS KIT,BALL VALV
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PSC
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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 (WSS) Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for a Parts Kit, Ball Valve. This procurement is for the Level One Program and involves critical components for a shipboard system, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material. The quantity has been increased from 54 to 60 units. Proposals are due March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of a parts kit for a 4-inch ball valve, specifically one ball (part #5) and two matching seats (part #6), manufactured in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 7066816. The ball material must be SAE-AMS-6931, and the seats must be MD71-GG Mearthane (Graphite Filled Urethane) from Mearthane Products Inc., Cranston, RI, meeting specific physical properties.
Rigorous testing and certification are mandated, including hydrostatic testing or dye penetrant inspection for the ball, and non-destructive tests for weld repairs. The material is classified as Level I/SUBSAFE, requiring strict traceability, quality control, and certification procedures. Access to confidential drawings (requiring a DD254) is necessary. Partial and early deliveries are authorized and desired.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Quantity: 60 units
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published: March 3, 2026
- Department/Agency: Dept Of Defense / Dept Of The Navy / NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
Evaluation & Requirements
This is a rated order certified for national defense use (DPAS). Past performance will be considered in the evaluation. The award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance. Offerors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025 calibration) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662 calibration). Extensive requirements for material traceability, certification, inspection, and subcontractor management are detailed. Certification data, including test results, must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) prior to shipment.
Additional Notes
Drawings are accessible via SAM.gov. Contact Michael E. Thoman at MICHAEL.E.THOMAN2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-4608 for inquiries.