Bearing Material
SOL #: W519TC26QA016Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W6QK ACC-RI
ROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, United States
Place of Performance
Rock Island, IL
NAICS
Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing (332991)
PSC
Bars And Rods (9510)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Oct 29, 2025
2
Last Updated
Feb 17, 2026
3
Submission Deadline
Feb 12, 2026, 4:00 PM
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, ACC-RI is soliciting proposals for Bearing Material (PSC 9510 - Bars And Rods) to meet the requirements of drawing 1110700278. This is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for the Rock Island Arsenal, IL. The solicitation, W519TC26QA016, has been amended twice, removing the small business set-aside and extending the response deadline. Proposals are now due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for self-lubricating bearing material, specifically detailed in drawing 1110700278. Key specifications include:
- Material Type: Self-Lubricating, PTFE/Pb bearing surface with porous Copper-Tin Bronze inner structure and steel backing.
- Dimensions: Thickness .0585"/.0605", Usable Width Min. 5.00".
- Performance: Compressive Strength 44,000 PSI, Static Load Capacity 36,000 PSI, Dynamic Load Capacity 20,000 PSI.
- Environmental: Temperature Range -328°F to 536°F.
- Suggested Source: The Timken Company (Part# S0594DU0500-S1) is identified as a suggested source. The material must strictly adhere to all requirements of drawing 1110700278.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
- Place of Performance: Rock Island, IL.
- Set-Aside: None (Full and Open Competition), as the small business set-aside was removed by Amendment 0001.
- Product Service Code: 9510 (Bars And Rods).
- Clauses: Amendment 0001 added DFARS Clause 252.204-7012 (Safeguarding Covered Defense Information) and modified FAR Clause 52.212-5 (Contract Terms and Conditions) to incorporate numerous additional FAR and DFARS clauses.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: February 12, 2026, NLT 1000 CT.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the lowest price, responsive, and responsible contractor without discussions, except for clarifications.
- Invoicing: Via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
- Note: Bidders must review all incorporated contract clauses and complete representations and certifications.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Original Solicitation Posted: October 29, 2025
- Amendment 0001 Posted: November 19, 2025 (Removed small business set-aside, extended due date to Dec 1, 2025)
- Amendment 0002 Posted: January 30, 2026 (Extended due date to Feb 12, 2026)
- Primary Contact: Brandy Huesmann (brandy.m.huesmann.civ@army.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Sophia Muckenfuss (SOPHIA.L.MUCKENFUSS.CIV@ARMY.MIL)
People
Points of Contact
Brandy HuesmannPRIMARY
Sophia MuckenfussSECONDARY