Tension Belt Drogue Deployer Parts
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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 Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) is soliciting quotes for Tension Belt Drogue Deployer parts under Request for Quotation (RFQ) N6660426Q0089. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for the manufacture and supply of various mechanical components. The contract will be awarded as a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror. Quotes are due by February 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the procurement of 17 distinct Tension Belt Drogue Deployer parts, including mounting brackets, pulley housings, support pins, keeper plates, pulleys, spring components, and a tensioned belt. Quantities range from 2 to 104 units per part. All parts must be manufactured in strict accordance with provided drawings, military specifications, and welding requirements. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination to Naval Station Newport, RI.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332710 (Small Business Size Standard: 500 employees)
- Product Service Code (PSC): 5340 (Hardware)
- Place of Performance: Naval Station Newport, RI, 02841-1708
- Unique Item Identifier (UID): Required for items with an acquisition cost of $5,000.00 or more.
Key Requirements for Bidders
- JCP Certification: Offerors must possess an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification to access the Distribution D and Export Control drawings. Requests for drawings must be emailed to Jennifer.m.vatousiou.civ@us.navy.mil, including company details, CAGE code, JCP registration number, and a copy of DD2345. Drawings will be transferred via DOD SAFE.
- Welding Certification: Offerors may submit a formal plan to become certified for required welding processes by providing draft Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), along with a written intent to use the contract for certification.
- Quality Documentation: Bidders must provide comprehensive quality documentation, including a Certificate of Compliance, Mercury Free Statement, Certificate of Analysis for raw materials, proof of Domestically Sourced Material, Process Certification (WPS/PQR), and Test Data (NDT report) as outlined in the RIR_QAP_W05241 document.
- SAM Registration: Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.
- FAR Provision: Complete FAR Provision 52.204-24.
Evaluation & Submission
- Award Basis: Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Technical Acceptability: Requires quoting specified quantities, meeting drawing and military specifications, JCP certification, and adherence to welding certification requirements.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 30 days.
- Submission: Offers must be emailed to Jennifer Vatousiou at jennifer.m.vatousiou.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Deadline: Wednesday, February 18, 2026, no later than 11:00 a.m. EST. Offers received after this time may not be considered.
Contact Information
For information regarding this acquisition, contact Jennifer Vatousiou at jennifer.m.vatousiou.civ@us.navy.mil or 401-832-5265.