FLUX,SOLDERING
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 NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a solicitation for FLUX, SOLDERING. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires the supply of specific soldering flux, including part number M14256RMA-L (CAGE 81349) or the acceptable alternative CANFIELD TECHNOLOGIES BOW 1035 (CAGE 52329). Proposals are due June 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract requires the manufacture and supply of FLUX, SOLDERING, adhering to detailed specifications. Key requirements include:
- Material and Design: Must meet specifications for part number M14256RMA-L, CAGE 81349. KESTER FORMULA 186 (CAGE 54267) and CANFIELD TECHNOLOGIES BOW 1035 (CAGE 52329) are specified, with BOW 1035 being an acceptable alternative.
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5, as applicable.
- Configuration Control: Adherence to MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8, for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Shelf Life: Items must have a 24-month, non-extendable shelf life (M UU) and meet the DOD 4140.27-M requirement of not less than 85% shelf-life remaining at the time of receipt by the Government.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with Government Source Inspection (FAR 52.246-2) required.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
- Delivery: 90 days after contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 99 (Miscellaneous)
- Proposal Due: June 29, 2026, 8:30 PM ET
- Published: June 12, 2026
Additional Notes
Material Safety Data Sheets are required and available. Award for Ordinance Document (OD) Controlled Items will only be made to vendors listed on OD36190, with substitute items requiring prior testing and approval. Contact Jennifer Henry at jennifer.l.henry73.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-2172 for inquiries.