DMA Maintenance Services
Overview
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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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract for DMA Maintenance Services on a Sole Source basis. This procurement is for essential support and certification of TA Instruments DMA machines at NSWCCD in Bethesda, MD. Quotes are due by March 10, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
Purpose & Scope
NSWCCD requires a 12-month support contract for TA Instruments - WATERS LLC DMA machines (models 0800-0309 and 0800-0701). These services are critical for maintaining machine certification, which is essential for qualifying and certifying tested materials. The previous service contract has expired. This procurement is for Supplemental Vibration Retesting Services for DMA Maintenance.
Key Requirements
The contractor shall provide:
- Basic twelve (12) month support for 0800-0309 - Q800 DMA MODULES, including two (2) emergency service visits (repair parts, on-site labor, and travel).
- One (1) Performance Maintenance Visit per DMA for 0800-0309 for verification of performance and calibration with certified standards.
- Basic twelve (12) month support for 0800-0701 - Q800 DMA MODULES, including two (2) emergency service visits (repair parts, on-site labor, and travel).
- One (1) Performance Maintenance Visit per DMA for 0800-0701 for verification of performance and calibration with certified standards.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order.
- Period of Performance: March 2, 2026, to March 1, 2027.
- Set-Aside: None (This procurement is NOT set-aside for small business).
- NAICS: 334516.
- PSC: J066 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment).
- CMMC: Level 1 (Self) is required.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes/Capabilities Statements Due: March 10, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
- Submission Email: kylie.cox3.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Required Information: Company Letterhead, Pricing, Cage Code, FOB Destination, Point of Contact, GSA contract number (if applicable), Business Size, and quote rounded to the nearest whole dollar.
- Responses must clearly indicate the capability to meet all specifications and requirements, and include Lead Time for product delivery.
- This is a Sole Source procurement, justified due to proprietary drawings, personnel qualifications, and part availability, making TA Instruments - WATERS LLC the only qualified vendor for servicing these specific machines and renewing their certifications.
Contact
Kylie Cox, kylie.cox3.civ@us.navy.mil.