STOOL

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech (NAVSUP WSS-MECH), has issued a solicitation for the procurement of "STOOL", categorized under Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment (PSC 2090). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bidders must adhere to stringent technical documentation, quality assurance, and packaging requirements. Responses are due by March 9, 2026.

Scope of Work & Requirements

This solicitation outlines comprehensive requirements for the procurement of the specified item, emphasizing compliance with various military and commercial standards. Key aspects include:

• Technical Documentation: Mandatory review of the Material Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD) available at the BPMI site. Technical documents, including IRPOD, drawings, and specifications, are accessible via HTTPS://LOGISTICS.UNNPP.GOV/ECOMMERCE (requiring pre-registration). Special export controls (NOFORN) apply to certain technical documents.
• Order of Precedence: In case of conflict, amendments to the purchase order/contract take precedence, followed by the schedule of supplies, terms and conditions, IRPOD/Master Procurement Specification, STRs, drawings, and specifications.
• Quality Assurance: Requirements are detailed in the IRPOD. Contractors must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government and provide records.
• Packaging: Adherence to MIL-PRF-23199, MIL-DTL-24466 (green poly bags), and MIL-STD 2073 is required, with specific cleanliness control requirements. Fire retardant packaging is no longer mandatory.
• Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or non-conformance waivers must include detailed explanations, justifications, and supporting technical data, and be presented to the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR).
• Mercury Exclusion: Mercury or mercury-containing compounds are prohibited from intentional addition or direct contact with hardware or supplies.
• DD Form 1423: Detailed instructions and definitions are provided for completing the DD Form 1423, covering data item descriptions, submission frequencies, and pricing groups. A Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) is required at the time of material delivery.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Solicitation
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business
• Product Service Code: 2090 (Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment)
• Response Due: March 9, 2026, at 8:30 PM UTC
• Published: May 4, 2026 (Note: This appears to be a notice publication date, the response date is earlier.)

Action Items

• Mandatory IRPOD Review: Vendors must review the Material IRPOD at the BPMI site.
• Technical Document Access: Register and obtain a password for HTTPS://LOGISTICS.UNNPP.GOV/ECOMMERCE to access required technical documents.
• Pricing Validity: Pricing for quotations is valid for 90 days unless otherwise specified.
• Contact: For inquiries, contact ZACKARY.G.LOUDON.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.