PARTS KIT,BALL VALV

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for a Parts Kit for a 3-inch Ball Valve. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The kit includes a ball (part number 25) and two matching seats (part number 26), requiring specific material, testing, and quality assurance. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM local time.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for a "Parts Kit for a 3" Inch Ball Valve," designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its critical use in shipboard systems. The kit comprises one ball (part #25) and two seats (part #26), to be manufactured according to Electric Boat drawing 2641-747.

• Materials: The ball requires SAE-AMS-6931 or centrifugally cast 6AL-4V (ASTM-B367, Grade C-5). Seats require Delrin: Dupont AF DE588 (Teflon Filled Acetal) with specific properties.
• Testing: Each ball must undergo a hydrostatic test (30 minutes at 1050 PSI) or Dye Penetrant Inspection. Certifications are required for specific tests.
• Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (as amplified) and calibration per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is an acceptable alternative. Government Quality Assurance at the source is required.
• Traceability: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is mandatory for Level I/SUBSAFE systems. Material markings must be permanent and legible, with specific requirements for ball and seat marking.
• Welding/Brazing: If required, must comply with S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, or S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248. Procedures and qualification data require prior approval.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Solicitation (Competitive Acquisition)
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business
• Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
• Response Due: April 30, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time
• Published: April 16, 2026 (latest amendment)

Key Requirements

• Quality Control Manual: Only sources with an acceptable Quality Control Manual are eligible for award.
• Delivery: Final material delivery is required on or before 365 days after the contract effective date. Certification Data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
• Drawings: Access to drawings requires a request on SAM.gov and an email to the Primary POC.
• Past Performance: Will be considered in the evaluation (FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000).
• DPAS Rating: Any awarded contract will be a DO rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).

Submission & Evaluation

• Instructions to Offerors: Revised per Amendment A0004.
• WAWF: Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL and JORDAN.D.NEELY2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
• Acceptance: The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring the contractor's written acceptance.

Additional Notes

• Contact: JORDAN.D.NEELY2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, 7176058197.
• ECDS System: The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, clarifications, and waiver requests.