AtoN Buoy Chains
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 Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS), under the Department of Transportation, is soliciting quotes for AtoN Buoy Chains. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and will result in a firm-fixed price purchase order. Quotes are due by March 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Purpose and Scope
The contractor shall provide 12 units of 1-1/8" x 90' Open Link Buoy Chain, Galvanized, New with Mill Certification. These chains are essential for mooring floating aids to navigation (buoys) for the GLS Lock Operations and Marine Services department. Delivery is required at the GLS Receiving Warehouse, 251 Fregoe Road, Massena, NY 13662.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order (FAR Part 12 & 13)
- Period of Performance: Delivery required no more than 45 days after award.
- NAICS Code: 332111 – Iron and Steel Forging (Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Product Service Code: 4010 (Chain And Wire Rope)
- Place of Performance: Supplier's facility for production; delivery to Massena, NY.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and maintain an active registration at the time of solicitation closing.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Questions Due Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Quotes and questions must be sent via e-mail to chora.snyder@dot.gov.
- Required Documents: Vendor-generated price quote with Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and a statement confirming completion of annual representations and certifications in SAM.gov or a copy of FAR representations from SAM.gov.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures, including a verification of past performance.
Technical Specifications
Attachment C, "Data Sheet 2.M.1. Buoy Chain," provides crucial technical specifications, including diagrams, dimensions, and physical values (proof load, break load, weight) for various buoy chain sizes. Bidders must ensure compliance with these detailed requirements.
Attachments
- Attachment A: Statement of Work (SOW)
- Attachment B: Pricing Sheet (template for bidder costs)
- Attachment C: AtoN Chain Tech Spec (technical specifications)