TUBE,SMOKE TEST
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 for the procurement of TUBE, SMOKE TEST (Part Number 458480). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Proposals are due by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of TUBE, SMOKE TEST items, which must meet the requirements specified in the procurement specification. The items are to be manufactured by MINE SAFETY APPLIANCES COMPANY (55799), with a specific Part Number 458480. There are no technical drawings or data associated with this solicitation; the part number is fully descriptive.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 6635 (Physical Properties Testing And Inspection)
- Proposal Due: May 4, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 4, 2026
Key Requirements & Clauses
- Shelf Life: Items must have at least 85% of their 24-month shelf life remaining at the time of shipment.
- Marking: Marking and labeling must comply with MIL-STD-129, including the manufacturer's FSCM/CAGE code and part number on intermediate and unit packs, and special marking for shelf life items (cure date, expiration date).
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government.
- Packaging: MIL-PRF-23199 and MIL-STD 2073 packaging requirements apply, with specific clarifications regarding MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags for cleanliness controls. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
- Mercury Exclusion: Mercury or mercury-containing compounds shall not be intentionally added or come into direct contact with hardware or supplies.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must be identified in advance, accompanied by justification, explanation of cause, and an evaluation demonstrating no impact on quality, form, fit, or function.
- Cybersecurity: Notice of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements (NOV 2025) applies.
Submission & Contact
- Pricing Validity: Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified.
- Deliverables: A Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) and a Cure Date Certificate (DI-MISC-81318) are required at the time of material delivery to NAVSUP-WSS code N9433.
- Contact: For inquiries, contact JAMES.J.BENES3.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 7712290080.