This is a procurement for 5 units to be delivered to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. The technical data package is complete and unrestricted, enabling full and open competition. The acquisition is 100% set aside for small businesses, with the specific type of set-aside to be defined in the solicitation. The government is not using commercial item procedures for this solicitation, but potential offerors may submit their interest in providing a commercial alternative within 15 days of this notice.

This is a contract for the procurement of a "Stem for manifold assembly," designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for a crucial shipboard system, requiring stringent quality controls and certifications. The final delivery of material must be on or before 91 days after the effective date of the contract. The work involves strict adherence to numerous technical specifications, including NAVSEA drawing 516-4775909 and ASTM-B150 alloy C64200, and mandates a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001. The contract includes a one-year warranty from the date of delivery and is set aside for small businesses. Government Quality Assurance will be performed at the source, and the place of performance may not be changed without authorization.