VALVE,GLOBE
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 Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the procurement of VALVE,GLOBE (1/2 Inch IPS, Seawater Service, Socket weld End Connections, Globe Valve). This requirement is for Special Emphasis Material used in crucial shipboard systems, where failure could lead to severe consequences. Proposals are due March 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will manufacture 1/2 Inch IPS, Seawater Service, Socket weld End Connections, Globe Valves in accordance with NAVSEA Drawing 803-5959306 and associated Engineering Reports. This includes specific material requirements for components like the Bonnet, Union-Bonnet Ring, Stem, and Body, with the Navy supplying NSN 1H9510-01-495-9543X2 for stem manufacturing. Extensive testing and certification, including Dye Penetrant, Ultrasonic, and Pressure Tests, are required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Response Due: March 12, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
- Published: February 27, 2026
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Security Clearance: Offerors must possess a CONFIDENTIAL or higher U.S. Security Clearance to access classified annexes and NOFORN/Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information. A security agreement form must be downloaded and submitted to the POC.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Required for one unit, with results due within 30 days.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662). Welding and brazing procedures require prior approval.
- Traceability: Strict traceability and certification requirements apply to all materials, especially for Level I/SUBSAFE items.
- Evaluation: NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers.
Action Items
- Access to drawings requires a request on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the POC.
- For NOFORN/Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, download and submit the security agreement form to robert.h.langel.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Submit current documented quality system procedures prior to award.
- New welding procedure qualifications require a 72-hour notification to DCMA.