VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT
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 proposals for a VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT. This procurement is for Special Emphasis SUBSAFE/Non-Level I material critical for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to severe consequences. The opportunity is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Proposals are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the supply of a VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT that meets stringent design, manufacturing, and performance requirements outlined in CAGE 78062 Drawing 20312-001 Assembly 20312-005. Key aspects include:
- Material Criticality: The item is designated as Special Emphasis SUBSAFE/Non-Level I material, emphasizing the need for strict control procedures to ensure correctness and prevent failures in crucial shipboard systems.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (DCMA) at the source is required.
- Certifications & Documentation: Submission of a Certificate of Tests (C of T) for non-destructive, hydrostatic, and operational testing, and a Certificate of Compliance (C of C) traceable to each serialized component, is mandatory. Welding/Brazing procedures and qualification data (CDRLs DI-MISC-80875, DI-MISC-80876) require prior review and approval.
- Configuration Control: Strict adherence to procedures for Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) is required, with all changes subject to Government approval.
- Material Specifications: The material must be mercury-free, and each component requires a unique serial number permanently marked per MIL-STD-792.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Delivery Schedule: Certification data CDRLs must be submitted 20 days prior to scheduled delivery. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) will review/accept within 6 working days. Final material delivery is required within 365 days after the contract's effective date.
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 8:30 PM EST.
- Published: February 5, 2026.
Important Notes
- Certification data must be submitted via WAWF to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, and "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
- The Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286.
- The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for certain data submissions and inquiries.
- Contact ALANA.M.BOYER2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL for further information.