Cutting Shields
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 Navy, specifically the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract for Cutting Shields. This presolicitation notice indicates the upcoming Request for Quote (RFQ) will be available on or about March 16, 2026. The requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be required to provide cutting shields as specified by the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Specific requirements and deliverables will be outlined in the forthcoming RFQ.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees
- RFQ Availability: On or about March 16, 2026
- Published Date: March 4, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
The Request for Quote (RFQ), identified as N4215826QE022, along with any amendments, will be exclusively available for download on SAM.gov. Hard copies of the RFQ will not be issued. Specific submission instructions and evaluation criteria will be detailed within the RFQ.
Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact Michelle Augustus at michelle.r.augustus.civ@us.navy.mil or (757) 396-4922. The contracting office is located at Code 411, Bldg. 65 1st Floor, Portsmouth, VA 23709-5000.