Propulsor Duct Machining
Overview
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PSC
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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, NSWC Carderock, is soliciting proposals for Propulsor Duct Machining (Solicitation N0016725R0005). This acquisition supports the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division's Advanced Propulsor Management Office (APMO) in managing U.S. Navy submarine propulsors. The resulting contract will be an unrestricted combination of Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) and Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP). Proposals are due by April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the machining of propulsor ducts for U.S. Navy submarines, specifically for both VIRGINIA Class and COLUMBIA Class propulsors. The scope, as clarified by Amendment 1, includes the provision of work instructions, procedures, and fixtures for handling, machining, and assembly of CLB and Virginia Rotor Rings. Notably, the pre-HYSHMA paint scope for COLUMBIA AOS and Chemlok primer installation have been removed from the requirements.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Combination of Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) and Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).
- Product Service Code: 2010 (Ship And Boat Propulsion Components).
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NSWC Carderock.
- Set-Aside: None (Unrestricted).
- Government Furnished Material (GFM): First VCS GFM casting is estimated for February 26, 2026, and the first CLB GFM casting for April 27, 2026. A Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) for cost-only travel bids will be provided.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
Bidders must submit proposals as unclassified documents. Access to classified drawings, referenced in the solicitation, requires an email request to sam.a.keith.civ@us.navy.mil and jonathan.s.mauro.civ@us.navy.mil. Contractors must have a DD254 on file for access and storage of classified information. The contract includes numerous Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for the "Propulsor Duct Machining" system, such as:
- A001: VCS Propulsor Duct Manufacturing Plan
- A002: Inspection and Test Plan
- A003: Packaging, Preservation, and Shipping Plan (in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1E)
- A004: Welding Procedures (conforming to MIL-STD-278F, 1688, 1689)
- A005: Welding Procedure Qualification Test Report
- A008: Weekly Status Report (covering CCRs, DD250s, shipments, delivery orders, and task dates)
- A009: Project Planning Chart (monthly, in Microsoft Project format) Many of these CDRLs involve sensitive, export-restricted technical data with Distribution Statement D.
Important Clarifications & Amendments
Amendment 1 has been issued, providing significant clarifications on attachment references, drawing details, and technical scope adjustments. It also indicated a potential 30-day extension from the date of misalignment correction, and confirmed that a CLIN for cost-only travel will be added. Quotes are specifically requested for V24551110 Rev C plus CCR 3889.
Submission & Contact Information
Proposals must be submitted as unclassified documents following the instructions in the solicitation. Response Date: April 2, 2026, 5:00 PM ET. Primary Contact: Jonathan Mauro, jonathan.s.mauro.civ@us.navy.mil, 301-385-5415. Secondary Contact: Sam Keith, sam.a.keith.civ@us.navy.mil.