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 MECH, is soliciting for the manufacture and supply of VALVE,GATE components. This requirement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The resultant award will be a bilateral agreement. Proposals are due by February 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and quality requirements for VALVE,GATE components, which are Qualified Products List (QPL) items under MIL-DTL-15103G. Key technical requirements include:
- Additive Manufacturing (AM): Implementation of Project Peculiar Documents (PPDs) for metal AM material specifications. The valve body (DWG 2866-M23854) is an eligible sub-component for AM. Specific PPDs (NAVSEA PPD 802-8979758 for 316L Laser Powder Bed Fusion, and NAVSEA PPD 802-8999910 for welding) and Nondestructive Testing (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271) apply.
- Mercury-Free Requirement: All materials must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships, with strict contamination prevention and testing protocols. Written approval is required if mercury is a functional part.
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Quality Assurance: Suppliers must maintain an inspection/quality system per MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Bilateral Award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Response Due: February 2, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 2, 2026
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2). The contract awarded will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
Access to drawings, if included, must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact. The Government's acceptance of the contractor's proposal constitutes bilateral agreement to "issue" contractual documents.