The Naval Sea Systems Command awarded a $17,625 firm fixed-price purchase order to Western Safety Products, Inc., a small business contractor located in Seattle, Washington, for the procurement of valve assemblies. The contract, designated as a total small business set-aside, calls for the delivery of 25 units of Duo-Flo non-adjustable CEJN LKG valve assemblies manufactured by MSA Safety Sales. These valve assemblies are critical components for respirator protection systems deployed at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, Washington, where the assemblies will undergo government inspection and acceptance. The ultimate completion date is set for October 6, 2025, allowing approximately seven weeks for Western Safety Products to fulfill the order following receipt.
The procurement was initiated through a solicitation posted on June 16, 2025, with an expedited one-day response deadline, reflecting the specialized and time-sensitive nature of the requirement. Due to federal regulations mandating that all breathing air system components originate from the same manufacturer, the acquisition was designated as a sole source procurement. Western Safety Products, a Subchapter S Corporation and Asian-Indian American owned small business registered in SAM.gov since 2001, brings substantial experience in supplying industrial and personal safety equipment to federal agencies, particularly the Naval Sea Systems Command and other defense-related entities. The contractor's established track record in delivering specialized safety equipment to maritime and defense environments positions it well to meet the technical and compliance requirements, including NIST cybersecurity standards and supply chain traceability obligations.