STEM,FLUID 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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Stem, Fluid Valve for a 1 1/2-inch hull and backup ball valve. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I/SUBSAFE), requiring stringent quality control, traceability, and certification. Proposals are due by April 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the supply of a stem for a 1 1/2-inch hull and backup ball valve, manufactured in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 803-5959302, item 8. The material must be MIL-DTL-24252, composition I, condition CA-7, with no weld repair allowed. Key requirements include quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, Dye Penetrant Inspection, and adherence to NAVSEA 0948-LP-045-7010. The contract emphasizes strict configuration control, including procedures for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs). All materials must be mercury-free.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Response Due: April 28, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: March 16, 2026, 8:19 AM UTC
Quality Assurance & Certification
Contractors must provide a Certificate of Compliance for this SPECIAL EMPHASIS material, certifying adherence to all procurement documents, specifications, and drawings. A robust quality system, compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025), is mandatory. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at the source is required, with DCMA QAR involvement. Critical aspects include:
- Material Traceability: Maintained from raw material to certification test reports, with unique traceability numbers marked on the material per MIL-STD-792.
- Material Certification: Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, with test reports reflecting actual material attributes and full compliance. Electronic signatures are acceptable under controlled conditions.
- Inspections: Comprehensive receiving, in-process, and final inspections, including 100% inspection for traceability markings and certification data. Sampling plans per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 apply for material sampling.
- WAWF Submission: Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (N50286) via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for review and acceptance prior to shipment.
Additional Notes
This material is classified as a Critical Safety Item (CSI), meaning its failure could result in serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems. Access to drawings may require a request on SAM.gov and an email to the Primary POC. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for certain data submissions and inquiries. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.