VALVE,BALL
Overview
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PSC
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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, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of 1 1/2 inch Ball Valves (NSN 1H9330-01-436-1625Q3). This requirement is designated as Special Emphasis Material for crucial shipboard systems, demanding stringent quality control. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of 1 1/2 inch Ball Valves in accordance with Newport News Drawing 255786, Assembly "RBTB" (Modified Stem), with specific modifications and material requirements. The scope includes detailed specifications for various components such as the Body, Bonnet, Ball, Seats, Stem, and Fasteners, utilizing materials like ASTM-B369, QQ-N-281, SAE-AMS-6931, and MD71-GG Mearthane. The Government will provide Thrust Washer (NSN 1H9330-01-436-1625Q3) as Government Furnished Material (GFM).
Key Requirements
Bidders must possess a U.S. Security Clearance of CONFIDENTIAL or higher to access classified annexes of RFQ N00104-26-Q-ZA18, and potentially access NOFORN and/or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information. The requirement mandates a robust quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662) for calibration. Extensive testing, including Non-Destructive Tests, Liquid Penetrant, Hydrostatic, Ultrasonic, and Weldability tests, is required. Strict material traceability, certification, and marking (MIL-STD-792) are essential. Welding and brazing procedures require prior approval, with repair welding prohibited on certain materials.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Bilateral Agreement, DO certified under DPAS)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 2, 2026
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Important Notes
Access to drawings requires a request on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact. Offerors must adhere to detailed material handling, inspection, and discrepancy reporting procedures. Specific laboratories are designated for Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests.