STEM,FLUID 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, is soliciting proposals for a STEM, FLUID VALVE (NSN 1HM 4820-01-544-8631) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This is a critical "SPECIAL EMPHASIS" material for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems. Proposals are due June 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture and delivery of a Stem for a 6-inch Ball Valve, conforming to Navy Sea Systems Command Drawing 7285216, piece 52, with specific amplifications. Key requirements include:
- No weld repair allowed on QQ-N-286 material.
- Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis for the Stem material (QQ-N-286, form 2, annealed, hot/cold drawn, age hardened).
- Specific testing and certification for Annealing, Age Hardening, and Ultrasonic Inspection on starting material.
- Thread inspection per FED-STD-H28 series or equivalent.
- Strict adherence to mercury-free requirements.
- Item Unique Identification (IUID) is mandatory.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Delivery: Required within 720 days from award.
- Inspection & Acceptance: At Origin.
- Priority Rating: DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Proposal Due: June 23, 2026, at 8:30 PM EDT.
- Published: May 19, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be issued bilaterally, requiring the contractor's written acceptance. Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers. The government will consider qualifying country end products without regard to Buy American or Balance of Payments restrictions.
Additional Notes
Access to drawings, if included, must be requested via SAM.gov and then by emailing the Point of Contact. Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file at NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg. Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) is required for payment instructions and receiving reports, with specific "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" codes for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.