ROD,WELDING
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Welding Rods (Product Service Code 3439) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This opportunity is for the procurement of Special Emphasis Material critical for shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and certification. Proposals are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for welding rods designated as Special Emphasis Material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured), crucial for shipboard systems where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship. The material must meet requirements specified in T9074-BC-GIB-010/0200 and Appendix B, including specific filler materials for critical applications (e.g., MIL-120S-1, 1/16 size, 25lb spool). Key requirements include:
- Mercury-free materials.
- Quality conformance testing and certifications for items like welding rods, performed per T9074-BC-GIB-010/0200.
- Use of electrical resistance rod-type or pad-type heaters for maintaining preheat/interpass temperatures during welding tests.
- Configuration control and submission of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes.
Quality Assurance & Certification
Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (amplified/modified) and ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025, or an acceptable alternative of MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662. Rigorous inspection, traceability, and certification are mandatory:
- Traceability from material to certification test reports (DI-MISC-81020).
- Certificates of Compliance (DI-MISC-80678) for Special Emphasis Material, showing traceability to individual item markings.
- Certification data must be submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (N50286) for review and acceptance prior to shipment.
- Contractor and subcontractor inspection requirements are detailed, including procedures for assessing supplier capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 20:30 UTC
- Published: March 12, 2026, 10:26 UTC
- This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Submission & Contact
Certification data and waivers/deviations must be submitted through the ECDS (Electronic Contractor Data Submission) system at https://register.nslc.navy.mil/ or via WAWF as specified. For inquiries, contact BENJAMIN.SPANGLER@NAVY.MIL or call 771-229-0573.