This is a proposed non-competitive contract for supplies or services where the Government intends to negotiate with only one source. The delivery location for the items is Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. While not a request for competitive proposals, the Government will consider capability statements or proposals received within 45 days of the synopsis publication for the purpose of potentially conducting a competitive procurement. Interested parties may also identify their capability to meet the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of the notice. Award is contingent upon the offeror meeting specific qualification requirements at the time of award.

This is a procurement for 10 units of a 1/4 inch angle valve, designated as Level I/SUBSAFE/SOC Special Emphasis material for a crucial shipboard system. The final delivery of material is required 270 days after a defined sequence of approvals, starting with the submission of certification data 20 days prior to delivery. The work requires access to confidential drawings, and a facility clearance may be required upon award. The valve requires oxygen cleaning, Navy source certification, and involves stringent welding, testing, and quality system requirements in accordance with numerous military specifications.