CALCIUM SILICATE INSULATION
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Norfolk, under the Department of Defense, has issued a solicitation (SPMYM126Q4021) for the procurement of Type I Calcium Silicate high-temperature insulation (CALSIL). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks various sizes and thicknesses of insulation materials for delivery to Portsmouth, VA. Offers are due by March 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of Type I Calcium Silicate high-temperature insulation. Key requirements include:
- Product: CALSIL insulation in various sizes and thicknesses, such as 20" NPS X 4" THICK, 18" NPS X 4" THICK, 10" NPS X 4" THICK, and other specified dimensions.
- Specifications: All items must meet MIL-I-2781H specifications dated 12 JAN 2023.
- Compliance: Adherence to Navy Fire Retardant Requirements (sections 4.8 and 6.8) is mandatory.
- Inspections: Required per PARA 4.1.1.
- Packaging: Must comply with ASTM-D-3951 and specific instructions provided in the solicitation (section 5.1).
- Prohibited Materials: Materials sourced from NUFLO, Inc. or Synergy Flow Systems are not permitted.
- Safety Data Sheets: Not required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (SPMYM126Q4021)
- Contract Type: Appears to be Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 314999, Size Standard: 550
- Published Date: February 28, 2026
- Offer Due Date: March 5, 2026, 2:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Evaluation & Submission
Offers will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance (SPRS). Contractors must submit offers by the stated deadline. Payment requests and receiving reports will be processed through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Delivery and inspection/acceptance are FOB Destination at Portsmouth, VA.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Shawnta Wells at shawnta.wells@dla.mil or 445-737-5519.