STEM,NEEDLE 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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of STEM, NEEDLE VALVE components. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I)" crucial for shipboard systems. The solicitation closing date has been extended to March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the supply of STEM, NEEDLE VALVE components in accordance with NAVSEA drawing 556-7015840, part number 4. Key requirements include:
- Material: ASTM-B150, Alloy C63200.
- Testing & Certification: Non-Destructive Tests for weld repair, O-ring groove inspection, welding/brazing procedures (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248), and thread inspection (FED-STD-H28 series).
- Quality System: Must comply with ISO-9001, ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required.
- Traceability: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is mandatory for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, including unique traceability numbers and permanent marking (MIL-STD-792).
- Configuration Control: Procedures for waivers/deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are detailed.
- Mercury-Free: Materials must be mercury-free.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Rated order for national defense use - DPAS).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Response Due: March 25, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Published: March 2, 2026.
- Delivery: Certification data CDRLS 20 days prior to delivery; PNSY review 18 working days; Final material delivery 180 days. Partial and early delivery are authorized and desired.
- Warranty: One year from date of delivery.
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, as per Clause 252.204-7024. Award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.
Submission Requirements
- Drawings: Accessible via sam.gov.
- Certification Data: Must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) prior to each shipment. "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, "Accept by" N39040. Email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material shipment before acceptance.
- Quality System Procedures: Current documented quality system procedures (DI-QCIC-81110) must be submitted to the PCO prior to award, unless already on file.
- Welding/Brazing Procedures: Qualification data must be submitted for review and approval prior to performing any welding or brazing.
Additional Notes
The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests. This is a procurement for the Level One Program, emphasizing high-quality, traceable materials for critical shipboard systems.