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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of GLOBE VALVES. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The requirement is for a crucial shipboard system, designating the material as Special Emphasis Material (Level I), necessitating stringent quality and traceability controls. Proposals are due by March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of COMPLETE GLOBE IN-LINE STOP VALVES in accordance with NAVSHIPS DRAWING 803-2177934 ASSEMBLY NO. 803-2177934-C311AF, with specific amplifications and modifications detailed in the solicitation. The valves are for use in a critical shipboard system where failure could result in serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship.
Key Requirements
- Material Specifications: Detailed chemical and mechanical analysis required for specific parts including BODY, BONNET, BONNET RING, STEM, and DISK, adhering to standards like MIL-C-24679, QQ-N-281, ASTM-B564, and ASTM-B164.
- Testing & Certification: Certifications are required for Pressure Tests (on each assembly) and Non-Destructive Tests (for weld repair/production weld). First Article Testing (FAT) is mandatory, with one unit to be tested per Drawing 803-2177934.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025) or an acceptable alternate (MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source will be performed by DCMA QAR.
- Traceability: Strict traceability and certification requirements are in place for Level I/SUBSAFE materials, including unique traceability numbers, material marking, and detailed certification reports. Electronic signatures are accepted under specific controls.
- 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).
- Inspection: Comprehensive receiving and final inspection procedures are outlined, including material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 for lot sizes.
- Certificate of Compliance: A detailed Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material is required, including specific contract and item information.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: February 4, 2026, 9:02 AM UTC
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, as per Clause 252.204-7024 and WSSTERMMZ01. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally.
Submission Details
Certification data, including First Article Test results, must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Specific WAWF codes for "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" are provided (N50286, N39040, N39040 respectively), along with an email notification address.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Any contract awarded will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov page, followed by an email to the listed Point of Contact.