This is a U.S. Navy procurement for a SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I/SUBSAFE) component, specifically a stem for a 1 1/2-inch hull and backup ball valve, requiring strict quality assurance and material traceability. The final delivery of material is required on or before 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract. The work involves significant quality system requirements, including compliance with standards like ISO-9001 and MIL-I-45208, and mandates Government Quality Assurance at the source, with the performance location subject to approval by the Procurement Contracting Officer. The contract includes a one-year warranty from the date of delivery and is set aside for small businesses.