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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, is soliciting proposals for a VALVE,GATE. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to specific technical, quality, and packaging standards. Proposals are due by March 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of a VALVE,GATE (PSC 4820 - Valves, Nonpowered). Key requirements include:
- Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD): Vendor review of the IRPOD is mandatory, and it contains critical technical and quality requirements. Technical documents, including IRPOD, drawings, and specifications, are available at
https://logistics.unnpp.gov/ecommerce(requires pre-registration). - Quality Assurance: An acceptable inspection system is required, with records available to the Government.
- First Article Test: A First Article Test/Inspection is required for ONE unit, specifically for the GASKET ONLY (PC 13A or 13B), NOT for the valve itself. A report must be submitted per DD Form 1423, and First Article Approval is mandatory before shipping.
- Packaging: Adherence to MIL-PRF-23199, with specific clarifications for MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags for cleanliness control (e.g., MIL-STD-767, MIL-STD-2041). MIL-STD 2073 packaging also applies. Fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Agency: Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech
- Product/Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Response Due Date: March 2, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published Date: February 2, 2026
Key Requirements & Clauses
Offerors must comply with various clauses including ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION, HIGHER-LEVEL CONTRACT QUALITY REQUIREMENT (MIL-I-45208), WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS, and FEDERAL ACQUISITION SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY ACT ORDERS-PROHIBITION. A Notice of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements (CMMC) is also included.
- Document Precedence: In case of conflict, amendments take precedence, followed by the schedule of supplies, terms and conditions, IRPOD/Master Procurement Specification, STRs, drawings, and specifications.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must be submitted with detailed explanations, justifications, and an evaluation demonstrating no impact on quality, form, fit, or function. Supporting technical data is required for alternate items.
- Mercury Exclusion: No mercury or mercury-containing compounds shall be intentionally added or come into direct contact with hardware.
Submission Requirements
- Pre-manufacturing Submittals: A package of procedures, drawings, and other pre-manufacturing submittals (IAW DI-QCIC-8871) must be submitted within 45 days after contract award to NAVSUP-WSS code N9433 for approval. Authorization to start production is required from the PCO.
- Reports of Test and Inspection: Vendor Certified Reports of Test and Inspection (IAW DI-QCIC-8872) are due at the End of Contract (EOC), submitted to NAVSUP-WSS, Code N9433. Authorization to ship material must be obtained from the PCO.
- General Reports: Other reports specified in the IRPOD (paragraph 6.1) are to be submitted as required (ASREQ), with resubmittal within 45 days after disapproval.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Danny O'Neal at 564-230-3808 or DANNY.L.ONEAL8.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.