VALVE,BALL
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 procurement of a 6 Inch Ball Valve for the TRIPER Program. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The valve is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material due to its critical use in shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality and traceability controls. Proposals are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for a 6 Inch Ball Valve to be manufactured in accordance with Naval ships system command drawing 4558734 assembly IRB (less actuator) and liabilities EN117384 and ER2640-801X1E1, with specific amplifications and modifications detailed in the solicitation. The material is critical for shipboard systems, necessitating Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured controls.
Key Requirements
- Material Specifications: Detailed material requirements for various parts (Body, Tailpiece, Stem, Studs, Self-Locking Hex Nuts, Seat) including specific alloys (e.g., ASTM-B505, ASTM-B369, QQ-N-286, SAE-AMS-6931, Delrin) and properties.
- Testing & Certification: Extensive testing is required, including Non-Destructive Tests, Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Dye Penetrant Inspection, Weldability Tests, Quality Conformance Tests, Pressure Tests, and Ultrasonic Inspection. Certifications are mandatory for various items and tests, with specific performance and acceptance criteria. Radiography is required for the Body and Tailpiece.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (amplified/modified) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is an acceptable alternative.
- Traceability: Strict material traceability and certification requirements are in place for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, requiring unique traceability numbers, heat-lot numbers, and comprehensive documentation.
- Marking: Specific marking requirements for traceability on balls, seats, and fasteners, adhering to MIL-STD-792 and MIL-DTL-1222.
- Welding: Production or repair welding requires submission and approval of procedures and qualification data. Repair welding is not permitted on QQ-N-286 and C90300 material.
- Waivers/Deviations/ECPs: Formal procedures for submitting and obtaining approval for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are outlined.
- Mercury Free: All hardware and supplies must be mercury-free.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, at 20:30:00Z (extended by amendment).
- Delivery: Final delivery of material is required within 450 days after award. Partial and early delivery is authorized and desired.
- Award: The award will be issued bilaterally, requiring the contractor's written acceptance. This is a rated order for national defense use.
Evaluation & Award
NAVSUP WSS will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, as per Clause 252.204-7024.
Important Notes
Drawings for the valve can be accessed via sam.gov. The solicitation details requirements for Government Furnished Material/Equipment (GFM/GFE) handling and subcontractor inspection. Contact MICHAEL.E.THOMAN2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL for inquiries.