Advanced Bore Coating Application for One Tube at the Watervliet Arsenal, NY 12189
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, specifically W6QK ACC WVA at the Watervliet Arsenal, NY, is soliciting proposals for Advanced Bore Coating (ABC) application for one gun barrel. This is an Unrestricted solicitation, initially identified as a sole source to VRC Metal Systems, LLC., but all responsible offers will be considered. The resulting contract will be Firm Fixed Price. Quotes are due by February 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide services to support the operation of Advanced Bore Coating (ABC) application for one gun barrel at the Watervliet Arsenal. This includes adherence to the attached Statement of Work (SOW) and compliance with Service Contract Labor Standards Wage Determination No. 2015-4143 Latest Revision.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed Price)
- Period of Performance: February 16, 2026, to March 31, 2026
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (NAICS Code: 333517, Size Standard: 500 employees)
- Offer Due Date: February 02, 2026, at 04:00 PM Local Time
- Published: January 28, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
All responses must be submitted electronically. Quotes should be emailed to christopher.k.battiste.civ@army.mil and must be filled out completely to be considered responsive. Offerors should submit bids in specified formats (Microsoft Office, PDF, HTML). Past performance for quality and on-time delivery may be a major consideration for future contract awards. If password-protecting bids, the password must be provided to Watervliet Arsenal at least ten days prior to the closing date.
Additional Notes
Contractors working on-site at Watervliet Arsenal must sign a "Contractor Personnel Agreement on Non-Disclosure of Watervliet Arsenal Technology." Offerors are also advised regarding control of foreign visitors to Watervliet Arsenal and potential escort limitations. On-time delivery and quality products conforming to the contract are critical.