PENETRATOR ASSY
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, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of a PENETRATOR ASSY. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a critical shipboard system component, requiring stringent quality control and First Article Testing. Proposals are due August 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of a Penetrator Assembly in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 6984846 Part No. 279, NAVSEA drawing 6337554, and EB specification 4834, with specific modifications detailed in the description. Key requirements include:
- Material: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for specific parts using QQ-N-286 and QQ-N-281.
- Testing: Certifications for Non-Destructive Tests, Quality Conformance/Compliance Inspection, Annealing and Age Hardening, Ultrasonic Inspection, Dye Penetrant Inspection, and Visual Magnification for weldments.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required on one unit per drawing 6337554 Table 4-1, with specific submission and approval timelines.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662).
- Traceability: Strict material traceability and certification requirements for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS MATERIAL," including specific marking and documentation.
- Welding/Brazing: Procedures and qualification data must be submitted for approval prior to performing any welding or brazing, with repair welding restricted on certain components.
- Configuration Control: Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) require formal submission and approval.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: August 11, 2026
- Published: January 23, 2026
- Priority: This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under DPAS.
- Flexibility: Issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Evaluation
Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000. First Article Testing is a mandatory requirement.
Additional Notes
Offerors must request access to drawings on SAM.gov and then email the Primary POC. The Portsmouth NSY DODAAC has changed to N50286. Certification data and payment instructions utilize Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for data submissions and inquiries.