Sources Sought: HX: Tube; Metallic

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "INDIVIDUAL REPAIR PART ORDERING DATA (IRPOD)," provides detailed requirements for a specific repair part: a 3/8 OD Tube (National Stock Number 4710-00-455-0193 X2). It serves as a comprehensive guide for suppliers on the technical specifications, manufacturing processes, quality assurance, preparation for delivery, and contract data requirements related to this part.

• Scope: Defines the purpose of the IRPOD, which is to provide ordering data for a single repair part.
• Applicable Documents: Lists all relevant military specifications, standards, publications, and other documents that suppliers must adhere to (e.g., MIL-T-16420, MIL-STD-129, STR-505, ANSI/ISO/ASQ standards).
• Technical Requirements: Details material composition (70-30 copper-nickel alloy), temper (annealed), and specific dimensions (0.375" outside diameter, 0.049" minimum wall thickness). It also outlines cleanliness requirements and prohibits mercury contamination.
• Manufacturing and Process Requirements: Specifies cleaning, visual examination, and mercury contamination control.
• Quality Assurance Provisions: Outlines acceptable quality management systems (ISO 9001/9002/9003, MIL-I-45208) and inspection system requirements.
• Preparation for Delivery: Includes requirements for marking (bar code scanning, CAGE code, MFR/PN) and packaging.
• Contract Data Requirements: Specifies required submittals, including "CERTIFICATION OF QUALITY CONFORMANCE INSPECTION" per MIL-T-16420 and STR-505.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to supply the specified 3/8 OD Tube. It dictates all technical, quality, and delivery standards. Bidders must carefully review all referenced specifications and requirements to ensure their product and processes meet the government's exact needs. Failure to comply with these detailed requirements could lead to rejection of the submittal or product.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment (1) TECHNICAL ORDERING DATA (TOD)", provides detailed specifications and requirements for the procurement of copper-nickel alloy tubing.

• Item: 0001
• National Stock Number (NSN): 1H 4710-00-455-0193 X2
• Item Name: TUBE, COPPER-NICKEL, COMPOSITION 70-30, SEAMLESS, ANNEALED
• Part Number: MILT16420K, 0.3750D
• Special Characteristics: CLASS 3300, O.D. 0.375-INCH, MIN. WALL THICKNESS 0.049-INCH
• Manufacturing Standard: MIL-T-16420K, with specific modifications and superseding documents like NAVSEA Technical Publication T9074-AS-GIB-010/271.
• Testing Requirements: Includes ultrasonic testing, hydrostatic testing, and cleanliness requirements.
• Marking: Detailed requirements for material marking (Level 1 Material) and packaging marking.
• Packaging: Specifications for wooden boxes, with specific dimensions for larger sizes, and exclusion of MIL-STD-2073-1 packaging codes.
• Inspection: Government inspection required during manufacture and prior to shipment.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the precise technical specifications, material composition, testing protocols, marking, packaging, and inspection requirements for the copper-nickel tubing being procured. It details deviations from standard specifications and references specific technical publications that must be adhered to. Bidders must ensure their proposed product and manufacturing processes fully comply with all requirements outlined herein to be considered compliant.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Sources Sought Notice published by Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) for market research purposes. It seeks information from sources capable of providing "2000 Inches of Tube Metallic 70-30 Seamless" as detailed in an attached Statement of Work (SOW) and Specifications. A Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract is anticipated.

This notice is intended to identify qualified sources for the required work under NAICS Code 331210 (Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees). It is not a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. Interested parties capable of meeting all specifications, possessing an active CAGE Code, and registered in SAM.gov should respond. Responses should include company name, CAGE Code, TIN, POC information, business size/type, and a Capabilities Statement with relevant certifications and testing procedures. The Government will use this information to identify potential sources for a future solicitation, which may be posted on SAM.gov at a later date.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment (1) to Exhibit A ADDITIONAL DD1423 INFORMATION," provides detailed instructions and requirements for material certifications, inspections, and procedure approvals related to contract N3904025P0138. It outlines the necessary documentation vendors must provide to ensure material compliance.

• Procedure Approvals: Vendors must submit procedures requiring approval to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) prior to performing applicable tests.
• Material Certification: Requires certifications for all tests, inspections, and examinations. Vendors are responsible for conducting all specified tests, regardless of whether certifications are explicitly requested.
• Certificate of Compliance: Must list each test, inspection, and examination, certifying results by a designated quality assurance official. It must include material identification, contract number, and heat/lot number. A specific attestation statement regarding compliance is required.
• Chemical Analysis Certification: Requires a photostatic copy of the certification from the testing facility, including a tabulation of the complete chemical test analysis. If multiple samples are tested, results for each must be shown.
• Mechanical Properties Certification: Requires a photostatic copy of the certification from the testing facility. If material properties are altered by processes like heat treatment, the original data must be annotated. Specific data points (tensile, yield, elongation, reduction in area, hardness) must be included if required.
• Seamless Certification: Requires a statement confirming the material is seamless.
• Sample Certificate of Compliance: A template is provided at the end of the attachment.

This attachment is critical for bidders to understand the specific documentation and quality assurance procedures required for material submittals. Adherence to these requirements is essential for contract compliance and successful delivery of materials. Bidders must ensure their quality control processes and documentation align with these specifications to avoid potential issues.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Exhibit A, outlines the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for the "DD1423 – MECHANIZED EQUIVALENT" under Contract No. N3904025P0138, Item 0001. It specifies the data items required from the contractor.

• Data Item A001 (Material Certification): Requires submission of material certification. It is to be submitted "With Material" and is referenced in Paragraph C.3.1 of the Technical Ordering Data Attachment. The requiring office is 2305.4.
• Data Item A002 (Procedure Approvals): Requires submission of procedure approvals, specifically referencing Block 6: 135T (ULTRASONIC TEST PROCEDURE). This is to be submitted 30 days after the date of contract and is referenced in Paragraph C.3.2 of the Technical Ordering Data Attachment. The requiring office is to be determined by Block 16.

This CDRL details specific documentation and approvals the contractor must provide. Bidders should review these requirements to understand their post-award data submission obligations, particularly concerning material certifications and the approval of specific test procedures like the ultrasonic test procedure.