VALVE,GATE
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of VALVE,GATE components. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and involves specialized requirements, including the use of Additive Manufacturing (AM) for certain components. Proposals are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and quality assurance of VALVE,GATE components. Key requirements include:
- Manufacture of QPL-listed items (MIL-DTL-15103G) and specific Cage Code/Reference Number items (60756 GVB-2-M23854, 00062 402065).
- Implementation of Project Peculiar Documents (PPDs) for metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) material specifications, specifically for the valve body (DWG 2866-M23854) using Austenitic Stainless Steel, Laser Powder Bed Fusion (NAVSEA PPD 802-8979758).
- Adherence to specific welding requirements (NAVSEA PPD 802-8999910) and Nondestructive Testing (NDT) per T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 for AM components.
- Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Strict mercury-free material requirements, with detailed protocols for contamination prevention and testing.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Contract Opportunity Type)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: March 12, 2026
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance. Offerors must provide packaging location if different from their address. The contract will be DO certified for national defense under DPAS. Access to drawings, if included, must be requested via SAM.gov, followed by an email to the listed POC. Quality assurance systems must comply with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.