Combined Synopsis/SolicitationPosted Jun 29, 2026·Responses due Jul 16, 2026

Pressure Vessel and Bulkhead

NAVSEA, naval shipyards and surface/undersea warfare centers · NUWC DIV NEWPORT

Stage
Open solicitation
NAICS
332420
Value
Not stated
Solicitation
N66604-26-Q-0302
Set-aside
No Set aside used
PSC
5430
Place
Newport, RI, USA
Contact
Danielle Hamilton (danielle.n.hamilton4.civ@us.navy.mil)
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Early notice
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Solicitation
  • Apr 30, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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  • May 12, 2026
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  • May 15, 2026
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  • May 19, 2026
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  • May 22, 2026
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  • May 27, 2026
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  • May 27, 2026
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  • Jun 10, 2026
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  • Jun 29, 2026 · this notice
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  • Jul 1, 2026
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  • Sep 15, 2026
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  • Sep 15, 2026
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Award
  • Sep 17, 2026
    Award Notice
    RPM INNOVATIONS INC · $153K
    Open

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Amedment 001 is posted on 05/12/2026 to update the following: 1. Extend solicitation to 05/19/2026. 2. Received questions and working on responses and answers will be posted. Amendment 002 is posted on 05/15/2026 with the following changes: 1. Provide answers to the following questions: We plan to use a primary vendor / manufacturer for the NASA HR-1 alloy components via LP-DED per MSFC-SPEC-3717 (including all required stress relief, HIP, and post-machining 2-step aging). Will the primary vendor / manufacturer be an acceptable source / vendor for this requirement? We will be performing the ma… (show all)

chining in-house, but stress relief, HIP, and the aging (post-machining) would be completed by them. The awarded vendor must have the capability and knowledge base for LP-DED manufacturing and be sourcing their raw materials from approved sources. Are .step (or other 3D/solid model files) available for this effort and if so, would it be possible for you to share those over? Upon award, the files will be provided to the vendor Amedment 003 is posted on 05/19/2026 to update the following: 1. Extend solicitation to 05/22/2026. Amedment 004 is posted on 05/22/2026 to update the following: 1. Extend solicitation to 05/27/2026. Amendment 005 is posted on 05/27/2026 to update the following: 1. Extend solicitation to 06/08/2026. 2. Update quote submittal requirements From: The name of its source for the HR-1 powder with its quote for Government evaluation. The offeror shall provide a written explanation on how the work was or is relevant to the work being quoted in this solicitation, including details about how it is similar in scope, magnitude, and complexity to the requirements of this solicitation. To: 1. The name of its source for the HR-1 powder. 2. Technical Approach: A narrative demonstrating successful execution of MSFC-SPEC-3717 (or equivalent). Must include a summary of past performance on similar projects and a formal certification that all personnel (metallurgists, technicians, NDT inspectors) meet the required industry standards. Not to exceed 1 page. 3. Facility & Equipment Lists: Documentation of the specific LP-DED machinery, powder storage environments, and inspection equipment (e.g., CT scanners, CMM) available at offeror�s site or their primary vendor's site. Not to exceed 1 page. Offerors may also submit the following, if available, with quotes: 1. Quality Certifications: Copies of AS9100, ISO 9001, or Nadcap accreditations specifically covering additive manufacturing, heat treating, and non-destructive testing (NDT). 2. Sample Certificates of Conformance (CoC) or Material Test Reports (MTR) from previous builds. Amedment 006 is posted on 06/10/2026 to update the following: 1. Extend solicitation to 06/19/2026. Amedment 007 is posted on 06/29/2026 to update the following: 1. Extend solicitation to 07/16/2026. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. This is a combined synopsis and solicitation prepared in accordance with the format in FAR part 12 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Request for Quotation (RFQ) number is N66604-26-Q-0302. This requirement is being solicited on an unrestricted basis as concurred with by the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport�s (NUWCDIVNPT) Director of the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is 332420 � Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing. The Small Business Size Standard is 750 Employees. The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to purchase on a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) basis a Pressure Vessel and Bulkhead. Required procurement of the following items is in accordance with (IAW) the Government�s drawings provided as an Attachment to this notice. CLIN # - Item Description - Qty 0001 - Pressure Vessel, IAW Government Drawing 852601-1010 - 1 0002 - Bulkhead, IAW Government Drawing 852601-1011 - 1 Delivery is F.O.B. Destination, Newport, RI. The Government�s desired delivery date is October 5, 2026 or sooner. Government�s required delivery date is 05-October-2026 or sooner. Offerors shall include shipping cost into the unit price for each line above. A separate line for shipping will not be provided. Quotes should include a validity date of no less than 60 days from due date for receipt of offers. The Government intends to award a single FFP purchase order to the eligible, responsible offeror whose quote is the lowest price technically acceptable. In order to be determined technically acceptable. In order to be determined technically acceptable, the offeror shall submit the following with its quote for Government evaluation. 1. The name of its source for the HR-1 powder. 2. Technical Approach: A narrative demonstrating successful execution of MSFC-SPEC-3717 (or equivalent). Must include a summary of past performance on similar projects and a formal certification that all personnel (metallurgists, technicians, NDT inspectors) meet the required industry standards. Not to exceed 1 page. 3. Facility & Equipment Lists: Documentation of the specific LP-DED machinery, powder storage environments, and inspection equipment (e.g., CT scanners, CMM) available at offeror�s site or their primary vendor's site. Not to exceed 1 page. Offerors may also submit the following, if available, with quotes: 1. Quality Certifications: Copies of AS9100, ISO 9001, or Nadcap accreditations specifically covering additive manufacturing, heat treating, and non-destructive testing (NDT). 2. Sample Certificates of Conformance (CoC) or Material Test Reports (MTR) from previous builds. The Government will also consider past performance information in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) where negative information within SPRS may render a quote being deemed technically unacceptable. The CMMC level required by this RFQ is: CMMC Level 2 (Self). This CMMC level, or higher (see 32 CFR part 170), is required prior to award for each contractor information system that will process, store, or transmit Federal contract information (FCI) or controlled unclassified information (CUI) during performance of the contract. See Provision 252.204-7025 and Clause 252.204-7021, included in this RFQ. The Offeror shall provide, in its offer, the CMMC unique identifier(s) (CMMC UIDs) issued by SPRS for each contractor information system that will process, store, or transmit FCI or CUI during performance of the contract resulting from this RFQ. This requirement contains drawings that are designated Distribution D and Export Controlled which means distribution is authorized to the DOD and US DOD contractors with a valid Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification. Only Offerors with an active registration in JCP will be provided access to the drawings. Please visit https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/ for further details on the program and registration. To obtain a copy of the drawings, submit a request by email to danielle.n.hamilton4.civ@us.navy.mil. Requests must be made by the company�s certified JCP custodian and must include a copy of the company�s DD2345, this solicitation #, company name, complete company address, CAGE code, point of contact, telephone number, and e- mail address. Additionally , in accordance with DFARS supplement rule 2019-D041 (Assessing Contractor Implementation of Cybersecurity Requirements), only offerors with a summary level score of a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 DoD Assessment, of not more than three (3) years old from the date of this combined synopsis and solicitation, posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) will be eligible to receive a copy of the drawings. The following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation: 52.204-13, System for A

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FIBA TECHNOLOGIES INC1$431KApr 16, 2026
FSR CONSULTING LLC1$350KJul 22, 2025
BONDTECH CORP1$245KJul 22, 2025
BREWFAB, LLC1$103KAug 12, 2026

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