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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of PENETRATOR ASSY components. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The components are designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and First Article Testing. Proposals are due by August 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of Penetrator Assemblies in accordance with NAVSEA drawings 6984846, 6337554, and EB specification 4834, with specific modifications detailed in the solicitation. Key modifications include adjustments to keyway machining, part number marking, and proof pressure cap marking. The work involves precise material selection (QQ-N-286, QQ-N-281) and extensive testing.
Key Requirements
- Manufacturing: Adherence to specified NAVSEA drawings and EB specification, including precise modifications for keyways and part markings. Internal threads must be cut, not cold-formed.
- Materials: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis required for parts made from QQ-N-286 (penetrator body, cover, washer, nut) and QQ-N-281 (receptacle body). Thread lubricants containing molybdenum disulfide are prohibited; A-A-59004 anti-galling compound must be used.
- Testing & Quality Assurance:
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required, involving destructive testing on one unit per drawing 6337554 Table 4-1. FAT samples are not delivered against the contract quantity.
- Certifications: Extensive certifications are required for Non-Destructive Tests, Quality Conformance/Compliance Inspection, Annealing and Age Hardening, Ultrasonic Inspection, and Dye Penetrant Inspection.
- Quality System: Contractors 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).
- Traceability: Strict traceability and certification requirements for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, including unique traceability numbers and permanent marking per MIL-STD-792.
- Welding/Brazing: Must comply with specific military standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248). Repair welding is prohibited on certain penetrator components. Welding procedures and qualification data require prior approval.
- Government Oversight: Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: August 11, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: February 26, 2026
- Product Service Code: 5935 (Connectors, Electrical)
- Issuing Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
Evaluation & Submission
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
- Submission: Certification data, including welding procedures and qualification data, must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for review and acceptance prior to shipment. Specific DODAACs (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040) and email notification (PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL) are required.
- Drawings: Access to drawings requires a request on the SAM.gov individual solicitation page, followed by an email to the Primary POC.
Additional Notes
This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286.