PERISCOPE SUBASSEMB
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 seeking proposals for the PERISCOPE SUBASSEMB. This is a Solicitation for a critical shipboard system component, designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" due to the high probability of failure if incorrect or defective. The opportunity is a "DX" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is being issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due by April 6, 2026. The previous small business set-aside has been dissolved.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the provision of Left Training Handle Stuffing Box Assemblies in accordance with Kollmorgen drawing 056666 and PL056666. This includes specific material requirements for parts like the Stuffing Box Plug (ASTM-B21, Alloy C46400, Temper H02) and extensive testing certifications for Non-Destructive Tests (weld repair/production weld) and Hydrostatic Pressure Tests. Welding and brazing must adhere to specified Navy standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248). The quantity required has been amended from 12 to 2 units.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Quantity: 2 units (amended from 12)
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published: February 23, 2026, 1:30 PM Z
- Set-Aside: None (Small business set-aside dissolved)
- Delivery: Certification Data CDRLs 20 days prior to scheduled delivery; Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) review/acceptance 6 working days after receipt; Final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date.
Quality & Compliance
Offerors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662). Traceability and certification are paramount for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, requiring unique identification and comprehensive Objective Quality Evidence (OQE). Electronic signatures are acceptable for Level I certification documents. Government Quality Assurance (DCMA QAR) at the source is required. Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (N50286 Ship to, N39040 Inspect/Accept by). Past performance will be considered in the evaluation.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov solicitation page and followed up with an email to the Primary POC. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests.