Cathode for the Watervliet Arsenal
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 Watervliet Arsenal has issued a Solicitation (W911PT26QA067) for the procurement of a Cathode Breech Linkage for the Watervliet Arsenal in Watervliet, NY. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The contract will be Firm Fixed-Price, and offers are due by May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks one (1) CATHODE BREECH LINKAGE P2TC PHASE 2 (Item 0001, LINKAGE, BREECH, CATHODE, 155MM), manufactured according to drawing BL-58168. Key material specifications include A29 / A29M-3 1018, with a requirement that wrought steels conform to a standard AISI grade, excluding merchant quality, leaded, resulfurized, or rephosphorized types. Inspection is required. The Technical Data Package (TDP) is available on SAM.gov, requiring registration, explicit access, and a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 332112 (Size Standard: 950 employees)
- Place of Performance: Watervliet, NY 12189
- Delivery: 18 Weeks from the date of lead time event to delivery.
- FOB: Destination, with the contractor responsible for transportation costs.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit complete quote responses electronically via email to Coby.r.brickner.civ@army.mil. The deadline for submissions is May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. Evaluation will be based on the lowest evaluated bid or offer that meets all material requirements and responsibility criteria. The government reserves the right to conduct preaward surveys and may request financial, technical, production, or managerial background information. Past performance regarding quality and delivery may be a significant factor for future awards.
Additional Notes
Compliance with applicable installation security policies and procedures, including personal identity verification, is required. On-time delivery and adherence to quality standards are critical for this contract.