General Hardware (M Department) Master BPA
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) is establishing Master Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for General Hardware to provide standard commercial supplies and services. This opportunity, identified under NAICS 332216 and FSC 5120 (Hand Tools, Nonedged, Nonpowered), is primarily for the Energetics Manufacturing Department (Code M) but open to other departments. Responses are due by July 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
Selected vendors will fabricate, inspect, test, and deliver hardware components according to NSWC IHD drawings for assembly into fleet-deliverable Aviation Critical Safety Items (ACSIs). This includes providing and fabricating necessary tooling, performing 100% in-house dimensional inspections, and ensuring product certification. Deliverables must be packaged to prevent damage and labeled appropriately. Individual BPA calls will not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Master Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Period of Performance: July 20, 2021, to July 19, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Large businesses may be considered for other opportunities.
- Response Due: July 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST
- Published: July 20, 2021
Key Requirements & Evaluation
Interested companies must submit documentation addressing the Performance Work Statement (PWS), a completed price list, and fill-in clauses from the RFQ. A cover sheet with company details, an active account in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), and an active System for Award Management (SAM) account are mandatory. ITAR Certification through the United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (DD Form 2345) is required due to export-controlled technical information. Vendors found to have technical merit will be issued a Master BPA. The Government reserves the right to consider past performance information from CPARS, PPIRS, and FAPIIS.
Additional Notes
Bidders should note their GSA contract number if applicable. The provided price list includes drawing numbers, but actual drawings will be supplied at the individual call level. The Government will accept final products based on dimensional inspection and certification verification at the destination, with sample testing within 30 days of receipt. Nonconformity reporting requires a contractor response within one working day.
Points of Contact
- Sarah Hayden: sarah.n.hayden3.civ@us.navy.mil
- Dr. David Greaves: david.greaves@navy.mil
- Marlene Ridgell: marlene.l.ridgell.civ@us.navy.mil
- Nicholas Zalewski: nicholas.r.zalewski.civ@us.navy.mil