Foam - Closed Cell Polyethylene
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 Army's Rock Island Arsenal is soliciting quotes for Closed Cell Polyethylene Foam under a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Vendors must review the provided drawing to submit a compliant quote. Quotes are due by February 20, 2026, at 6 PM Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement of various types and sizes 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., no tears, seams, or separations, and 1-piece construction or lamination. Sheets must be 4' X 6' (48"X72"). One specific item requires red, 1/8" thick, 30-60 LBS PER CUBIC FOOT foam backing, made from expanded PVC sheet, closed cell, per drawing 11B4550176. Reviewing Drawing 11B4550176P_DRAW A is mandatory for quoting. Access to this controlled drawing requires active participation in the JCP system and submission of a completed DD2345 through SAM.gov.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5), NAICS 326150 (Urethane and Other Foam Product Manufacturing)
- Place of Performance: Rock Island Arsenal, IL 61299
- Payment: Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF)
- Requirements: Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required for all shipments. Quotes must include shipping costs.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Submit quotes.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the lowest priced, responsive, responsible vendor whose quote conforms to RFQ requirements and represents the lowest total evaluated price. Discussions are not anticipated.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 60 calendar days.
Key Dates
- Quotes Due: February 20, 2026, 6 PM Central Standard Time
- Opportunity Published: February 18, 2026 (Amendment Date)
Contact Information
- Primary: Andrew Owens (andrew.m.owens16.civ@army.mil)
- Secondary: Sophia Muckenfuss (SOPHIA.L.MUCKENFUSS.CIV@ARMY.MIL)