Foam - Closed Cell Polyethylene
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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's Rock Island Arsenal is soliciting quotes for Foam - Closed Cell Polyethylene. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) award. The requirement is for various types and sizes of foam to support the Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (RIA-JMTC). Quotes are due by January 28, 2026, at 6 PM Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the procurement of Black Cross-Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene Foam, manufactured to A-A-59135, Class 1, Grade A standards. Key specifications include a density of 4 lbs/cubic Ft., absence of tears, seams, or separations, and 1-piece construction or lamination to desired thickness. Sheets must be purchased in 4' X 6' (48"X72") sizes. Additionally, one item specifies red, 1/8" thick, 30-60 LBS PER CUBIC FOOT foam backing, made from expanded PVC sheet, closed cell, per drawing 11B4550176. On-time delivery is critical.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 326150 (Urethane and Other Foam Product Manufacturing), Size Standard 750 employees.
- Place of Performance: Rock Island Arsenal, IL 61299, United States.
- Payment: Will be completed via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).
- Required: A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is mandatory for all shipments. Shipments must be marked with the Order number TBD.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Instructions: Vendors must submit quotes that include shipping to Rock Island Arsenal, IL 61299. Quotes are valid for 60 calendar days.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, responsive, responsible vendor whose quote conforms to the RFQ requirements and represents the lowest total evaluated price.
- Discussions: Discussions are not anticipated, except for clarifications.
Key Dates
- Published Date: January 21, 2026
- Quote Due Date: January 28, 2026, by 6 PM Central Standard Time.