Bearing Material
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 Army, W6QK ACC-RI, is soliciting proposals for Bearing Material and Anti-Friction Washers for the Rock Island Arsenal, Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (RIA-JMTC) in Rock Island, IL. This requirement is for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order under Full and Open Competition. Proposals are due February 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the supply of:
- Bearing Material: Self-lubricating, meeting all requirements of drawing 1110700278. Specific technical requirements include a thickness of .0585"/.0605", usable width of min. 5.00", steel backing, porous copper-tin bronze inner structure, PTFE/Pb bearing surface, and specified compressive strength, load capacities, speed, PV limit, temperature range, and coefficients of friction. The Timken Company (Part# S0594DU0500-S1) is a suggested source.
- Anti-Friction Washers: As detailed in drawing 1110700280. This includes specific dimensions (e.g., 5.00" outer diameter, 0.765" through hole), unique part numbers for different sizes (e.g., 1110700280-1), and material identified by part number 1110700278 (Bearing Material). Manufacturing notes include removing burrs and breaking sharp edges, adhering to ASME Y14.100-2017 and ASME Y14.5-2009 standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition (changed from Small Business by Amendment 0001).
- Response Due: February 24, 2026, 4:00 PM ET.
- Published: February 17, 2026 (latest amendment).
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest price, responsive, and responsible contractor without discussions, except for clarifications. Payment will be via DFAS, with invoicing through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
Additional Notes
Amendment 0001 removed the small business set-aside and added DFARS Clause 252.204-7012 (Safeguarding Covered Defense Information) and modified FAR Clause 52.212-5 (Contract Terms and Conditions). Amendment 0003 extended the closing date and added drawing 1110700280 for anti-friction washers. Offerors must complete representations and certifications.