VALVE,BALL,1.50IN
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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 Mechanicsburg, has issued a solicitation for a 1.50-inch Ball Valve. This procurement is for the Level One Program and involves Special Emphasis material critical for shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality and traceability. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture and delivery of a 1.50-inch Ball Valve in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command Drawing 845-7286110, Assembly IA, and associated liabilities. The material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its use in crucial shipboard systems where failure could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems/ship.
Key Requirements
- Material Specifications: Detailed material requirements for components like Body (ASTM-B369, UNS C96400), Bonnet (MIL-C-24679, Alloy C71500), Stem (QQ-N-286), Nut (ASTM-B505), Self-Locking Socket Head Cap Screw (MIL-DTL-1222 TY II QQ-N-281), Ball (SAE-AMS-6931 or ASTM-B367), and Seats (Delrin: Dupont AF DE588 with specific properties).
- Testing & Certification: Extensive testing is required, including Liquid Penetrant, Weldability, Dye Penetrant, Ultrasonic, and Pressure Tests. Certifications are mandatory for specific parts and tests.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (amplified herein) and ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662 is an acceptable alternative. Government Quality Assurance (DCMA) at source is required.
- Traceability: Strict traceability is required for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, from raw material to final product, with specific marking requirements (MIL-STD-792) and certification documentation (DI-MISC-81020, DI-MISC-80678).
- Welding & Brazing: Procedures and personnel must be qualified under specified standards (S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248). Repair welding is not permitted on UNS C90300 or QQ-N-286 material.
- Configuration Control: Contractors must maintain total equipment baseline configuration and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes. Waivers/Deviations require Contracting Officer approval.
- Delivery: Partial and early delivery is authorized and desired. Final delivery of material is expected 450 days after award, with certification data CDRLS due 20 days prior.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered. Award will be bilateral, requiring contractor acceptance.
- Published Date: January 23, 2026
- Response Due Date: March 4, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
Important Notes
Drawings can be accessed via sam.gov. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests. This is a rated order for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System Regulation. Contact MICHAEL.E.THOMAN2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL for inquiries.