PARTS KIT,BALL VALV
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 a Parts Kit for a 1-inch Ball Valve. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and involves the procurement of critical components for a crucial shipboard system, classified as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material. This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due by June 8, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a parts kit comprising one Ball (piece 18, Naval Sea System Command Drawing 8617511) and two mating Seats (piece 17, Drawing 7285297).
- Ball Material: SAE-AMS-6931 or Centrifugally cast 6AL-4V, ASTM-B367, Grade C-5.
- Seat Material: MD71-GG Mearthane (Graphite Filled Urethane) from Mearthane Products Inc., Cranston, RI, with specific mechanical properties (Hardness, Specific Gravity, Tensile Strength, Compression-Deflection, Tensile Impact, Water Absorption).
Key Requirements
Due to the material's classification as SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured), stringent control procedures are invoked.
- Testing: Hydrostatic testing (30 minutes at 1800 PSI) or Dye Penetrant Inspection for Balls; Non-Destructive Tests for weld repair/production welds. Certifications are required for specific tests.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and a calibration system per ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
- Traceability & Certification: Strict material traceability is mandated, with unique identification numbers for metallic and non-metallic materials. Permanent marking (MIL-STD-792) is required for Balls and Seats, with specific locations (Balls in waterway, Seats on outer cylindrical surface). Teflon seats must only be tagged. A Certificate of Compliance (CDRL DI-MISC-80678) is essential for Special Emphasis material.
- Welding: Welding procedures and qualification data must be submitted for review and approval prior to any welding.
- Waivers/Deviations: All waivers and deviations require review and approval by the Contracting Officer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: June 8, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: February 12, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required on or before 365 days after the contract's effective date. Certification data (CDRLs) must be submitted 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions apply. Certification data must be submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040).
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
Important Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov solicitation page, followed by an email to the Primary POC. The Variation in Quantity (VIQ) of 0+/5- applies.