VALVE ASSY FLOOD LE
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 Mechanicsburg has issued a solicitation for a VALVE ASSY FLOOD LE, specifically a 2 1/2-inch Ball Valve, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation deadline has been extended indefinitely due to a technical question, with a new closing date to be established via a future amendment.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the supply of a 2 1/2-inch Ball Valve assembly, which is a Critical Safety Item (CSI) for shipboard systems. The material is designated as Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured, where failure could result in serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship. The scope includes detailed material specifications (e.g., ASTM-B369, QQ-N-286, SAE-AMS-6931, MD71-GG Mearthane), extensive testing and certification requirements (e.g., ultrasonic inspection, weldability, pressure tests, radiography), and strict quality assurance protocols.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (leading to a bilateral award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Response Due: Extended indefinitely (a new closing date will be established via amendment)
- Published: November 7, 2025 (Original Solicitation)
- Latest Amendment Posted: February 18, 2026
Key Requirements & Evaluation
Offerors must possess a valid U.S. Security Clearance of CONFIDENTIAL or higher to access classified annexes and respond to RFQ N00104-26-Q-ZA13. Past performance will be considered in the evaluation. The contract will be DO certified under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Strict quality system requirements apply, including ISO-9001, ISO-10012, ANSI-Z540.3, or MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662, and Government Quality Assurance at source. Extensive traceability, material handling, inspection, and welding requirements are detailed.
Submission & Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests, requiring a PKI Digital Certificate on a CAC. This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Contact: ROBERT.H.LANGEL.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL