GARNET ABRASIVE
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 - Puget Sound is soliciting proposals for Garnet Abrasive under solicitation number SPMYM226Q5835. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity to procure specific abrasive materials. Proposals are due March 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for GARNET ABRASIVE BLAST ONE GX3 GRIT, to be supplied in 4400 lb bulk bags (GX3-BB-2). Key specifications include:
- Product: GARNET ABRASIVE BLAST ONE GX3 GRIT (GX3-BB-2)
- Packaging & Marking: Must comply with ASTM-D-3951.
- Shipping: Items must be shipped on pallets if not utilizing small parcel service.
- Unique Item Identification: Required for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, and for specific items under $5,000 as identified (CLIN 0001 is exempt).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed Price)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 327910 (Other Chemical and Allied Products Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 900 employees
- Offer Due: March 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time
- Published: March 18, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Proposals must be submitted electronically via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Invoices also require electronic submission through WAWF - Receipt and Acceptance.
- Inspection Level: QA 4 - 7 days inspection.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on technical acceptability, price, and past performance. The technically acceptable offer deemed most advantageous to the Government will be selected.
Additional Notes
Contractors will require a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credential for base access. Various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, covering aspects such as payment, inspection, packaging, marking, and representations and certifications. Primary Contact: Tricia Wintersteen, TRICIA.WINTERSTEEN@DLA.MIL, 360-509-0205. Place of Performance: Silverdale, WA 98315, United States.