STEM,FLUID VALVE

This solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense’s NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, PA, seeks quotes for the procurement of 20 units of fluid valve stems (NSN 4820-01-545-4040), under solicitation number N0010426QFA93, posted on November 21, 2025, with a response deadline of January 20, 2026. This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5 and falls within NAICS code 332919, indicating metal valve manufacturing. The contract stipulates delivery on an FOB Destination basis within 365 days after contract award, with government inspection and acceptance at either the contractor’s facility or the destination, potentially including military sites such as Norfolk, San Diego, or Yokosuka. Pricing details are not provided, and award will be based on a trade-off evaluation emphasizing past performance over price, utilizing the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) alongside price and item risk assessments, allowing the government discretion to select a proposal that best meets overall value criteria. The contract’s technical and quality requirements are rigorous, mandating compliance with established military and industry standards such as NAVSEA 0948-LP-045-7010, ISO 9001, MIL-I-452, and DI-MISC-80678 for material certification. Manufacturers are required to prepare comprehensive Inspection and Test Plans, maintain traceability tied to heat or lot numbers, and generate objective quality evidence to verify product conformance. Packaging and marking must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129, including specialized handling for hazardous materials and oxygen-cleaned components, with strict palletization and barcoding requirements supporting DoD Item Unique Identification. The contract enforces substantial cybersecurity mandates, including compliance with NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2, rapid reporting of cyber incidents, and FedRAMP Moderate security for cloud services. Special contract clauses address prohibited materials like mercury, require flowdown of cybersecurity provisions to subcontractors, and prohibit certain markings on materials except for fasteners. Administrative processes demand electronic invoicing via WAWF and designate Ashton K. Perry as the Procuring Contracting Officer. Overall, the contract combines stringent quality, security, and administrative controls aligned with DoD acquisition policies and prioritizes small business participation while ensuring reliable supply of critical fluid valve components.