VALVE,BALL
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 the repair of BALL VALVES (Product Service Code 4820). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires specialized expertise for Level I/SUBSAFE Special Emphasis material used in crucial shipboard systems. Proposals are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the firm fixed-price repair of BALL VALVES, including teardown, evaluation, inspection, and full refurbishment to "like new" or "A" condition. Bidders must also provide a "beyond repair" (BR) or "beyond economic repair" (BER) price. The work involves handling classified drawings and documents, with specific material, testing, and quality assurance requirements. Shipping costs are excluded as the government will manage logistics.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 28, 2026
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Repair Purchase Orders
- Repair Delivery: 365 days
Key Requirements
- Classified Access: Requires access to classified drawings (e.g.,
4640418 - CONFIDENTIAL). A facility clearance may be necessary per FAR 52.204-2. Access to restricted drawings on beta.SAM requires approval. - Material Specifications: Strict adherence to material specifications for various valve components (e.g., ASTM-B369, QQ-N-286, SAE-AMS-6931, MD71-GG Mearthane).
- Testing & Certification: Extensive testing, including Liquid Penetrant, Dye Penetrant, Weldability, Ultrasonic, and Pressure Tests. Certifications are required for specific items and tests. Radiography is also mandated for certain components.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
- Traceability: Critical for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, requiring unique traceability markings and comprehensive material certification reports for all components.
- Welding: Specific procedures and qualifications are required for welding and brazing, with restrictions on repair welding for certain alloys.
Evaluation & Additional Notes
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered (Clause 252.213-7000).
- Rated Order: This is a rated order for national defense use, requiring compliance with the Defense Priorities and Allocations System regulation (15 CFR 700).
- Contact: Benjamin Spangler at BENJAMIN.SPANGLER@NAVY.MIL or 7712290573.