Propulsor Devices Parts Machining

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is seeking small business vendors to manufacture propulsor device parts, specifically nickel aluminum bronze (NAB) components including SL1 and R4L configurations. The solicitation covers machining of various part types such as top, bottom, body, mass components, and shim ring sets. The procurement will be evaluated using a Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology to determine the best value for the government. Key submission deadlines include March 06, 2025 at 11:59 AM for questions and clarifications, with answers to be provided through solicitation amendments, and March 13, 2025 at 11:59 AM for quote package submissions. Interested vendors must contact Michael Bonaiuto at michael.j.bonaiuto.civ@us.navy.mil to request specification drawings and must include a cover sheet with their official company name, point of contact information, and cage code.

The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 339999, with a business size standard of 550 employees. The potential contract will cover manufacturing up to 820 parts over a two-year period, with performance dates from March 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026. Delivery schedules are tiered based on quantity ranges: 90 days for 1-200 parts, 180 days for 201-400 parts, and 270 days for 401-820 parts. The government will provide materials including NAB tube stock, rod stock, and tungsten bar. Vendors must maintain ISO 9001-2015 quality management system certification and comply with cybersecurity requirements outlined in NIST SP 800-171. Parts will be delivered to Bethesda, MD, and the procurement includes first article testing and lot acceptance testing requirements. Contractors will need appropriate security clearances and must adhere to controlled technical information handling protocols.