ESTERLITE 605
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 is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract for ESTERLITE 605. This requirement is for commercial items, specifically 26,160 LB of ESTERLITE 605 in 545LB drums, to be delivered within 4 weeks ARO. The solicitation, SPMYM126Q00040001, is unrestricted (Full and Open Competition). Quotes are due by 3:00 PM EST on January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the supply of ESTERLITE 605, a solvent-based insulating varnish for application by dip process, meeting MIL-I-24092D specifications. Key requirements include:
- Quantity: 26,160 LB, supplied in 545LB drums (55-gallon drums).
- Quality: All items must be new; no grey market items.
- Specifications: CBS-CLEAR, SOLVENT, BAKING, SILICONE. Must not contain METHYLENE CHLORIDE.
- Documentation: Each container must be clearly marked with manufacturer's part number and batch number. Seven copies of the newest manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and applicable VOCs, COCs, and COAs must be provided.
- Shelf Life: Material must have at least 85% of its shelf life remaining upon receipt.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competition).
- NAICS Code: 325510, Paint and Coating Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,000 employees).
- Product Service Code: 8010.
- Anticipated Delivery: 4 Weeks ARO.
- Solicitation Number: SPMYM126Q00040001.
- Quotes Due: January 30, 2026, by 3:00 PM EST.
- Published: January 27, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offerors must ensure their proposals reflect the latest FAR and DFARS clauses, including updates to FAR 52.212-4 (Nov 2023) and FAR 52.212-5 (Oct 2025).
Submission & Additional Notes
Responses must be emailed to LaTasha Pearson at latasha.pearson@dla.mil. The solicitation number (SPMYM126Q00040001) must be included in the email subject line. Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to award. All questions should be submitted in accordance with the solicitation's procedures.