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 STEM, FLUID VALVE components (NSN 3HD 4820-01-350-8799, NIIN 013508799). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for critical shipboard system material, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured). The requirement is processed under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a DoD certified contract under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Proposals are due by June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and delivery of "STEM, FLUID VALVE" in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 6405339 Find 3, and other specified requirements. The material, QQ-N-286, must undergo quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, with specific certifications for annealing, age hardening, and ultrasonic inspection. Weld repair is not permitted on QQ-N-286 material. Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests on QQ-N-286 must be performed by one of several designated laboratories.
Quality Assurance & Certifications
This is a highly critical procurement requiring stringent quality assurance. Contractors must provide and maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001, ISO-10012, or MIL-I-45208, including ISO-17025 or ANSI-Z540.3 for calibration. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) will be performed at the source. Extensive traceability and certification requirements apply, including DI-MISC-80678 (Test Certification) and DI-MISC-81020 (Material Certification). Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are prohibited. Configuration control, including waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), is strictly managed. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Bilateral award, requiring contractor acceptance.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Delivery: 365 days from award.
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered (Clause 252.204-7024 and WSSTERMMZ01). Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file.
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Published: May 8, 2026.
Submission & Access
Drawings for this solicitation have been posted to SAM.gov. Access must be requested through the individual solicitation page on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the listed Point of Contact. Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment, with specific "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" codes (N50286, N39040, N39040 respectively) and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.