TUBE,METALLIC
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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for Metallic Tubes (Product Service Code 4710). This requirement is for SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I) critical for crucial shipboard systems, demanding stringent quality assurance and traceability. Proposals are due March 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the supply of copper-nickel alloy, seamless tubes (70/30 composition, annealed temper, Type I, Class 1650, Grade 2), conforming to MIL-T-16420 specifications. Key requirements include:
- Dimensions: 2.375 inches Outside Diameter, 0.165 inch minimum wall thickness.
- Testing: Mandatory hydrostatic pressure testing and ultrasonic inspection.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662).
- Traceability: Strict material traceability is required for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, including unique marking and comprehensive certification data for chemical and mechanical properties.
- Certifications: Specific certifications are required for hydrostatic tests and ultrasonic inspections, with detailed submission procedures via WAWF.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: March 26, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery within 365 days after acceptance, with certification data due 20 days prior. Early and incremental delivery is acceptable.
Evaluation
The Government will consider past performance in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7024. Award will be based on compliance with all technical specifications, quality system requirements, and the ability to provide critical material for national defense.
Additional Notes
This procurement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities. There will be no Government source inspection; inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination. Certification data must be submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect/Accept by N39040). Prompt Payment Constructive Acceptance period is extended to 45 days.