PISTON,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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of Piston, Valve (PSC 4810). This material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS due to its use in crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and traceability. Responses are due by July 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to manufacture Piston, Valve in accordance with FLO-TORK, INC. drawing 600-41620. Material must be ASTM-B150, Alloy C63000 or C64200, with quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis required. The scope includes Non-Destructive Tests for weld repair and production welds, adherence to specific welding/brazing standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248), and strict O-ring groove inspection. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are prohibited.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (leading to a contract)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 10, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: June 10, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required 365 days after the contract's effective date. Early and incremental deliveries are acceptable.
Quality & Compliance
This opportunity demands a robust quality system, either ISO-9001 (with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025 calibration) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662 calibration). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) will be performed at the source, requiring DCMA notification. Mandatory traceability for Level I/SUBSAFE material, with unique markings and comprehensive certification data (DI-MISC-81020, DI-MISC-80678). All certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (N50286, N39040) for review and acceptance prior to shipment. Final inspections include material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 and 100% inspection of traceability markings and certifications. Only sources with an acceptable Quality Control Manual are eligible for award. This is a DO rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
Configuration control, waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are subject to Government review and approval. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for data submissions and inquiries.