Heat Treat Baskets
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, specifically the Rock Island Arsenal, Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (RIA-JMTC), is soliciting quotes for Heat Treat Baskets. This acquisition is a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) award, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The Government intends to award to the lowest-priced, responsive, and responsible vendor. Quotes are due by January 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for two types of heat treating baskets:
- Item 0010: Heat Treating Basket, 9" x 13" x 2" (Quantity: 10)
- Item 0020: Heat Treating Basket - Round, 36" Diameter, made from 1/2" Stainless Steel Rod and 2M.120 Screen (Quantity: 4) A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required for all shipments, with copies to be emailed to the Contract Specialist and included in the shipping container. Delivery is required by February 25, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332811 - Metal Heat Treating (Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Quote Due Date: January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM CST
- Delivery Deadline: February 25, 2026
- Published Date: January 21, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
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 are not anticipated, except for clarifications. Quotes must include shipping to Rock Island Arsenal, IL 61299, and remain valid for 60 calendar days.
Additional Notes
Payment will be processed via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). On-time delivery is critical, and failure to meet schedules may result in termination. Various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated.