4810 - NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support

NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Philadelphia is seeking contractors to manufacture a specific butterfly air valve with NSN 4810 016559847. The Department of the Navy's Naval Supply Systems Command is procuring this item under the Industrial Valve Manufacturing NAICS category, with a specific focus on obtaining FAA-Certified parts. The government intends to solicit approved sources exclusively under FAR 6.302-1 and requires all suppliers to provide an FAA Authorized Release Certificate (FAA Form 8130-3 Airworthy Approval Tag). All interested sources may submit capability statements within 5 days of the notice's publication, with the government reserving full discretion on competitive selection. The primary point of contact for questions is Patrick Kilkenny, who can be reached at Patrick.j.Kilkenny2.CIV@us.nasvy.mil.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for this procurement, suggesting open competition among qualified manufacturers. While no specific award value or budget range is disclosed, the procurement focuses on a single valve type with strict FAA certification requirements. The government will not make exceptions to the airworthiness documentation standards, mandating that all delivered items must include an authorized release certificate or acceptable FAA identifications for replacement articles. The timeline for this opportunity is relatively short, with the notice posted on January 15, 2025, and responses due by January 19, 2025. The procurement process appears targeted and precise, emphasizing technical compliance and regulatory adherence over broad competitive bidding.