RETAINER,DISK,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 MECH is soliciting proposals for the procurement of RETAINER,DISK,VALVE components. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" critical for shipboard systems.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the supply of RETAINER,DISK,VALVE components, specifically a Body Insert, in accordance with Naval Ship System drawings 6602371 (Item 68) and 4384678 (with drawing notice 4384678-C06). The material must be ASTM-B381, Grade F-2, Annealed. This is designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its crucial role in shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. Key requirements include:
- Testing & Certification: Ultrasonic Inspection, Dye Penetrant Inspection, and Non-Destructive Tests for specific items.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001, ISO-10012, or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability and certification are required for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, including unique marking and detailed material certification test reports.
- Manufacturing: Specific requirements for welding/brazing, thread inspection (FED-STD-H28 series), and internal thread formation (cutting only, no cold forming).
- Mercury Free: Materials must be free of mercury and mercury-containing compounds.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Delivery: 547 days after order, with early and incremental delivery acceptable at no additional cost.
- Proposal Due: February 10, 2026, at 20:30 UTC.
- Published: January 16, 2026.
Evaluation
The evaluation will consider past performance (per Clause 252.213-7000). Proposals must demonstrate adherence to all technical specifications, quality assurance requirements, and certification processes for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material."
Additional Notes
- This procurement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities.
- Restricted Drawings: Drawings associated with this solicitation are available on SAM.gov with restricted access. Interested vendors must request access and then email the listed POC to inform them of the request.
- Certification Data Submission: Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) prior to each shipment, with specific "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" codes (N50286, N39040, N39040 respectively). No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
- Government Quality Assurance: Government Quality Assurance at source is required; contractors must notify DCMA upon receipt of the order.
- Contact: JORDAN.D.NEELY2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, 7176058197.