Assorted Supplies
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 Navy, specifically NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (FLCN), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Assorted Supplies. This RFI aims to identify industry capability to provide rental equipment for a 400-guest reception aboard the USS IWO JIMA (LHD 7) in Norfolk, VA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by May 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The anticipated procurement requires the provision of various rental items for a shipboard reception, including:
- Outdoor Cooling Fans (8)
- Chafing Dishes (14) and Fuel (28)
- Cocktail Tables (12) and Black Spandex Covers (12)
- Banquet Plastic Tables (15) and Black Spandex Covers (15)
- Trash Cans (10) and Red Covers (10)
- Round Plastic Tables (12)
- Folding Chairs (400)
- Pop Up Tents (3)
- Drop off/Pickup Fee (1)
Delivery is required by June 25, 2026, prior to the ship's departure, with the reception on July 4, 2026. Items will be offloaded on July 8, 2026, upon return to homeport (RTHP), and available for pickup in New York on the same date.
Special Requirements
- All electrical equipment must be safe for shipboard use and meet NAVSEA and fire performance standards.
- The contractor is responsible for removing and disposing of any hazardous materials.
- Permitted working hours for delivery are 0700-2200, Monday through Sunday.
- The required vendor should have base access and be available to deliver supplies by June 25, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses referencing the RFI, including:
- Company name, address, Point of Contact, phone, and email.
- Contractor and Government Entity (CAGE) Code and Unique Entity ID.
- Business size under NAICS 532289 (Lessors of Other Consumer Goods).
- Capability statement demonstrating aptitude to provide services as prescribed in the draft PWS.
- Acknowledgement of delivery requirements to Naval Station Norfolk, shipping to New York, and return to Norfolk, VA.
- Any other supporting documentation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
- Published: May 12, 2026
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and is not a solicitation for proposals. No contract will be awarded from this announcement, and the U.S. Government will not pay for information submitted. Respondents will not be notified of results, and the Government is not required to answer questions.