Pressure Gage, 8-1/2 Inch

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "26Q4023_Pressure Gage" solicitation.

• Process Connection Type: The solicitation reflects a male process connection, specifically MS33656-4 (7/16-20/M).
• Cleaning Requirements: The required cleanliness standard is ASME B40.100 CLEANLINESS LEVEL IV. Bidders must follow the cleanliness requirements and tables specified in ASME B40.100-2022.

These clarifications provide specific details on the physical connection type and cleaning standards required for the pressure gauge, which bidders should incorporate into their proposals.

Other / Unclassified

This document is the ASME B40.100-2022 standard, titled "Pressure Gauges and Gauge Attachments." It is an American National Standard developed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

This document provides detailed specifications, definitions, and testing procedures for pressure gauges and their associated attachments such as diaphragm seals, snubbers, and pressure limiter valves. It is relevant to bidders who are procuring or manufacturing pressure-measuring instruments, as it outlines the technical requirements, performance standards, safety considerations, and testing protocols that must be adhered to. Bidders involved in opportunities requiring pressure gauges or related components would need to consult this standard to ensure compliance with industry best practices and specific technical requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE ENCLOSURE," provides instructions and forms for required certifications for material shipments. It details the types of tests, inspections, and examinations that must be certified and supplied with each shipment. It also includes the specific forms for the "Certificate of Compliance."

• Required Certifications Instructions: Outlines specific requirements for certifications, including listing tests performed, results, contract number, heat/batch/vendor traceability, and material markings.
• Chemical Analysis: Specifies requirements for chemical analysis certifications, including tabulation of results and acceptance of previous analyses within a certain timeframe for detrimental materials.
• Mechanical Properties: Details requirements for mechanical properties certifications, including listing actual test data for various properties and acceptance of original mill certifications if no processes changed material properties.
• Certificate of Compliance Forms: Provides two forms (Page 5 and Page 6) for vendors to complete, attesting that all inspection and test reports represent actual attributes and indicate full compliance with contract requirements. These forms require a signature, title, and date from a designated Quality Assurance Official.
• Prohibited Signatures: Explicitly states that "PRINTED, TYPED, OR COMPUTER GENERATED SIGNATURES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE."

Bidders must understand these requirements to ensure they can provide the necessary certifications and documentation for material compliance. Failure to comply with these certification instructions may impact shipment acceptance and contract fulfillment. The specific tests and analyses required will depend on the materials procured under the contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure a "Pressure Gage, 8-1/2 Inch". The government is procuring this item in accordance with FAR Part 12 and Subpart 12.6.

• Procurement of one (1) Pressure Gage, 8-1/2", Range 0-3000 PSIG, with specific characteristics detailed in the Ordering Data Sheet (ODS) and Specification MS33656-4.

• The gage must be manufactured by HEISE, Model A4A CM, or an equivalent that meets technical requirements.

• A Certificate of Compliance is required.

• Special cleaning is specified.

• The material is 403SS Bourdon Tube, SKT & MVT.

• Six (6) units are required.

• Exclusion of mercury is a key requirement as detailed in Section C.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.

• Required Delivery Date: July 22, 2026.

• Delivery Location: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility, Bremerton, WA.

• Deadline for Quote Submission: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Pacific Time.

• Quotes should be submitted via email to the points of contact listed in the solicitation.

• Evaluation will be based on FAR Provision 52.212-2, which includes ability to meet delivery schedule, technical capability, past performance, and price.

• Technical and past performance, when combined, are approximately equal to price.

• NAICS Code: 334513 (Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling).

• Business Size Standard: 750 Employees.

• Product Service Code: 6685 Pressure, Temperature, and Humidity Measuring and Controlling Instruments.

• A "Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside" is referenced (FAR 52.219-6).

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; no written solicitation will be issued.

• All applicable Federal, state, and local taxes and duties are included in the contract price.

• Special attention is required for Provision FAR 52.212-2 for technical acceptability.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Ordering Data Sheet - General, providing specific details for a pressure gauge procurement.

• Noun Name: Pressure Gage
• Description: 8-1/2" gauge, 0-3000 PSIG range, 0.10% accuracy with 0.1% hysteresis, 350° pointer travel, 5.0 PSI scale graduation, 7/16-20/M bottom connection, 0.10% temperature compensation, temperature rating -25 to 125F, aluminum case, solid front, safety glass lens, slotted link, and special cleaning.
• Specification: MS33656-4
• Material: 403SS Bourdon tube, socket & movement.
• Manufacturer/Vendor P/N: HEISE MODEL A4A CM (found to meet technical requirements).
• Quantity: 6 Each
• Source: Ashcroft Inc. (Phone: 203-378-8281, Cage Code: 049X3)
• Requirement: Certificate of Compliance required.

This document specifies the exact technical requirements and source for the pressure gauges needed. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets all listed specifications, including material, accuracy, range, and special cleaning requirements. The specified manufacturer and model (Heise A4A CM) are noted as meeting requirements, and Ashcroft Inc. is listed as the source. A Certificate of Compliance is mandatory.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Corporate Experience Data Sheet" intended for vendors to provide information about their past performance on government contracts. It is designed to help the government assess the vendor's experience relevant to the opportunity.

• Quoting Vendor Name: Field for the vendor to enter their company name.
• Previous Performed Contract Number: Space to list a government contract number.
• Item Description You Supplied: Description of the goods or services provided under the previous contract.
• Contract Date of Performance: Dates during which the previous contract was performed.
• Your Customer’s Name: Name of the customer for the previous contract.
• Your Customer’s POC: Contact information (Name/Title/Phone/Email) for a person who can verify the contract data.
• Where Did You Perform the Work: City and State where the work was performed.
• Brief Narrative of Work Completed: A section for a detailed explanation of how the referenced contract relates to the specific requirements of the current opportunity (e.g., delivery of 8-1/2 Inch Pressure Gages).

Vendors must complete this form to demonstrate their relevant corporate experience. The narrative section is crucial for explaining how past performance aligns with the current solicitation's needs, particularly concerning specific items like "8-1/2 Inch Pressure Gages" mentioned in other related documents (Ordering Data Sheet or Performance Work Sheet).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Vendor Information Sheet" that requires bidders to fill in and return specific business and contact details. It serves as a standardized form to collect essential information from potential vendors.

• Vendor Business Name: Including any "Doing Business As" (DBA) names.
• Vendor CAGE Code Number: Unique identifier for contractors.
• Vendor Unique Entity ID (UEI): Required for federal contracting.
• Vendor Phone Number: Primary contact number.
• Authorized Signer Name & Position: For official company representation.
• Authorized Signer Email: Contact email for the authorized signer.
• Vendor POC Name & Position: Point of Contact for the opportunity.
• POC Phone Number: Contact number for the POC.
• POC Email Address: Contact email for the POC.
• Vendor Business Size: Bidders must indicate if they are Small or Large.
• Product Specification Confirmation: A "Yes/No" question to confirm if the offered product matches the attached Ordering Data Sheets and Statement of Work.
• Alternative Explanation: If "No" is selected for product specification, an explanation for suggesting an alternative is required.

This form is critical for bidders to complete accurately and submit as part of their response. Failure to provide all requested information may impact the evaluation or eligibility for the opportunity. It ensures the government has necessary vendor details and confirms alignment with the technical specifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for a "Pressure Gage" item. It specifies the data items required from the contractor as part of the contract.

• Data Item No.: A001
• Title: Pressure Gage
• Subtitle: Conditions of Compliance
• Authority: DD-MISC-81356A
• Contract/PR No.: N523A-5363-7195
• Remarks:
  • Local track number, manufacturer part number or military/federal specification part numbering can be provided in lieu of NSN for item A001 of DD-MISC-81356A.
  • Data Item Descriptions (DIDs) can be obtained online at: http://quicksearch.dla.mil/qsSearch.aspx.
  • BP Block 10 & BP Block 12: The manufacturer shall provide a Certificate of Compliance with each shipment of material under this contract.
  • BP Block 11: The Conditions of Compliance shall also be submitted with each contract (PDF format) using the email address below. Ensure the email subject title and the attached files begin with the "CONTRACT/PR NO." (BLOCK E).
  • PSNSNSIMP-MATERIAL.FC1@NAVY.MIL
  • A hard copy of Certificates of Compliance shall also be submitted with each shipment under this contract.

This CDRL outlines specific data deliverables required from the contractor, including "Conditions of Compliance" for the Pressure Gage. Bidders must understand these requirements, particularly the need for a Certificate of Compliance for each shipment and the submission method (email and hard copy), to accurately price and plan for contract performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Ordering Data Sheet - General for a Pressure Gage. It provides specific technical details and ordering information for the item.

• Noun Name: Pressure Gage
• Description: 8-1/2" size, 0-3000 PSIG range, 0.10% accuracy with 0.1% hysteresis, 350° pointer travel, 5.0 PSI scale graduation, 7/16-20/M bottom connection, 0.10% temperature compensation, temperature rating -25 to 125F, aluminum case, solid front, safety glass lens, slotted link, and special cleaning.
• Specification: MS33656-4
• Material: 403SS Bourdon tube, socket & movement.
• Manufacturer/Vendor P/N: HEISE MODEL A4A CM (found to meet technical requirements).
• Quantity: 6 each.
• Source: Ashcroft Inc. (Phone: 203-378-8281, Cage Code: 049X3).
• Requirement: Certificate of Compliance required.

This document specifies the exact technical requirements for a pressure gage. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets all listed specifications, materials, and performance criteria. It also indicates the quantity required and the approved manufacturer/vendor, which may be relevant for sourcing or compliance checks.