PIPE, SML, 0.50IN
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 PIPE, SML, 0.50IN. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks vendors to supply 0.50-inch small pipes, provided in 20-foot lengths. Responses are due by May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the supply of 0.50-inch small pipes, each 20 feet in length. Contractors must adhere to detailed technical specifications, quality assurance protocols, and packaging requirements outlined in the solicitation. Key aspects include compliance with various military standards and clauses, as well as specific data item submissions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: May 11, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: May 5, 2026
- Pricing Validity: Quotations must be valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified.
Key Requirements & Submissions
- Technical Documentation: Vendors must review the Material IRPOD (Individual Repair Part Ordering Data) at the BPMI site. Applicable technical documents, including IRPOD, drawings, STRs, military specifications, and commercial item descriptions, are available at
https://logistics.unnpp.gov/ecommerce(pre-registration and password required). These documents are subject to "NOT RELEASABLE TO FOREIGN NATIONALS (NOFORN)" restrictions, requiring prior approval from NAVSEA for foreign transmittal. - Order of Precedence: In case of conflict, the order of precedence for documentation is: Amendments, Schedule of Supplies, Terms and Conditions, IRPOD/Master Procurement Specification, STRs, Drawings, and Specifications.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government, with specific requirements detailed in the IRPOD.
- Packaging: Packaging must comply with MIL-PRF-23199 and MIL-DTL-24466 for cleanliness controls (e.g., MIL-STD-767, MIL-STD-2041). MIL-STD 2073 packaging also applies. Notably, fire retardant packaging material is no longer required.
- Data Item Submissions (DD Form 1423):
- Procedure Package (DI-QCIC-8871): A package of all applicable procedures, drawings, and pre-manufacturing submittals (per IRPOD) is due 45 days after contract award to the Contracting Officer (NAVSUP-WSS code N9433).
- ROTI Package (DI-QCIC-8872): A complete package of Vendor Certified Reports of Test and Inspection is due at the End of Contract (EOC) to NAVSUP-WSS, Code N9433. Authorization to ship material must be obtained from the PCO.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations from technical requirements must be justified, include supporting technical data, and be submitted through the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) to the Post Award PCO.
- Cybersecurity: Compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level Requirements (as per Nov 2025 notice) is required.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact STEPHEN.D.OTCHERE-DANSO.MIL@US.NAVY.MIL or call 7712294221.