The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting bids for a contract to supply a Parts Kit for a size 2-inch Ball Valve, which is critical for shipboard systems. The procurement requires adherence to stringent specifications and quality assurance measures, as the materials involved are classified as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material, necessitating rigorous testing and certification to prevent failures that could jeopardize personnel safety and operational integrity. Interested vendors must ensure compliance with various quality standards and submit their proposals by the specified deadlines, with the contract expected to be awarded based on evaluations of past performance. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Markus A. Hamilton at 570-449-7909 or via email at MARKUS.A.HAMILTON.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.