SEAL,NONMETALLIC SP
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 MECH, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Non-Metallic Seal (Gasket), identified as Part Number 5486608-0002. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The material is designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS" due to its critical use in shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. Proposals are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of a gasket in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 5486608 Item 2, with material conforming to MIL-PRF-15624, Class 3, Grade A. Key requirements include inspection to CSD055, physical identification per MIL-STD-130, and adherence to mercury-free specifications. The contractor must maintain total equipment baseline configuration and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes. Waivers and deviations require approval by the Contracting Officer and submission via the Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 16, 2026
- Delivery: Certification data CDRLS 20 days prior to delivery; final material delivery 210 days after contract award.
- Warranty: One year, 365 days after the last delivery.
- Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): A Gasket Mold (Navy Serial Number 53711-5343950-0002) will be provided and must be returned within 30 days of contract completion.
Additional Notes
This opportunity includes clauses such as Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program and Small Business Subcontracting Plan. All submissions for waivers, deviations, and certain data must utilize the ECDS system at https://register.nslc.navy.mil/. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073. Contact Noelle M. Smith for inquiries.