PARTS KIT,VALVE
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, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a solicitation for PARTS KIT,VALVE. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is subject to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The resultant award will be bilaterally issued and is a DO certified order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Responses are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture and supply of PARTS KIT,VALVE in accordance with specified contract quality requirements. Key aspects include:
- Design: Must conform to Cage Code 53711, reference number 7108102.
- Marking: Physical identification per MIL-STD-130.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973, including procedures for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Mercury-Free Requirement: Critical for use on submarines/surface ships; materials must contain no metallic mercury and be free from contamination. Strict prohibitions on mercury use in manufacturing processes are enforced, with specific testing protocols for suspected contamination. Written approval is required from the Procurement Contracting Officer if metallic mercury is a functional part of the material.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, maintaining an inspection/quality system acceptable to the Government (MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002 certification is acceptable).
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 16, 2026
Key Requirements
- OEM Authorization: If the offeror is not the Original End Manufacturer (OEM), the OEM must be stated (Company Name and CAGE), and a signed letter of authorization as a distributor on the OEM's letterhead must be provided.
- Packaging Location: If packaging occurs at a different location than the offeror's address, the name, street address, and CAGE of the facility must be provided.
- Applicable Documents: Various drawings (e.g., ADDITIONAL, STD-A478, 7108102) and document references (e.g., MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-130, ASTM-B367, ISO9001) are incorporated. Ordering information for these documents is provided.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact NARYAN.SMITH.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-1332.