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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting for the procurement of Welding Rods (ROD,WELDING). This opportunity is for special emphasis material critical for shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and traceability. Proposals are due June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and supply of E7018-B2L welding electrodes, 1/8 inch diameter, 14 inches cut length, to be supplied in 10-pound containers. The material must conform to AWS-A5.5, AWS-A5.01, and MIL-E-22200/8 specifications, with specific exceptions and requirements detailed in the solicitation. The welding rods are designated as Level I/SUBSAFE material, necessitating robust quality assurance and traceability throughout the supply chain. All materials must be mercury-free.
Quality Assurance & Traceability
Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001, ISO-10012, ISO-17025, or acceptable alternatives like MIL-I-45208 and MIL-STD-45662. A documented quality system must be submitted prior to award. Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is mandatory, with unique traceability numbers marked on unit containers. Final inspection includes 100% verification of traceability markings, legibility, and completeness of certification test reports. Detailed procedures for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are provided.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for supply of welding rods)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Delivery: Final material delivery within 365 days. Certification Data CDRLs due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery, followed by a 45-working day review by Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). Early and incremental deliveries are acceptable.
- Proposal Due: June 12, 2026 (20:30:00Z)
- Published: May 28, 2026
Evaluation
Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7024. This procurement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities. Quantity variation is limited to +0% / -5% of the total contract quantity.
Submission Requirements & Contact
Certification data and other documentation must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), 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. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for specification revisions, waiver/deviation requests, and questions. For inquiries, contact Amanda L. Bailey at amanda.l.bailey50.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-3354.