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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) MECH, has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT. This is an amendment extending the due date for a re-quote. The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance. Proposals are due by June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation outlines the requirements for the manufacture and quality of VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT. Key specifications include:
- Item Identification: Must conform to Cage Code/Reference Number 78062, 21216-001.
- Marking: Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-130, REV N, 16 NOV 2012.
- Design Changes: Specific procedures for changes in design, material, servicing, or part number, categorized by codes (e.g., Code 1 for part number change only).
- Mercury-Free Requirement: Materials must be free from metallic mercury and contamination, intended for use on submarines/surface ships. Strict protocols apply if mercury is functionally required, including written approval and warning plates.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, maintaining records for 365 days post-delivery. Government reserves the right to perform inspections.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
Key Requirements for Offerors
- Authorized Distributors: Only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item will be considered. Proof of authorization on company letterhead is required with the offer.
- Pricing: Unit Price and Total Price must be FIRM.
- Cost Breakdown: Informal cost breakdown is requested, if applicable.
- Inspection: Government source inspection is required.
- Freight: All freight is FOB Origin.
- Verification: Offerors must verify nomenclature, part number, and NSN prior to responding.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Amendment/Re-quote)
- Product/Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: May 7, 2026
- Issuing Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, Dept Of The Navy, Dept Of Defense
Additional Notes
Information on obtaining applicable documents (e.g., MIL-STD 2073, DODISS) is provided, including specific contacts for various types of standards. Distribution statements for U.S. Navy documents are also detailed.