High Temp Pressure Sensitive Adhesive
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Navy, specifically the PUGET SOUND NAVAL SHIPYARD IMF in Bremerton, WA, is soliciting proposals for High Temperature Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (APLIX 800 Series tapes). This is a Firm Fixed Price opportunity set aside for Total Small Business. Proposals are due by April 8, 2026, at 02:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (RFQ N4523A-26-Q-4020) requires the supply of two specific types of APLIX 800 Series high-temperature, pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, both 1" wide and yellow. The required items are:
- Item 0001: HI-TEMP FAST TP,HK, APLIX P/N: A800R0025H052SL-. Quantity: 120 Spools (50 YDS per unit).
- Item 0002: HI-TEMP FAST TP,LP, APLIX P/N: A800R0025L052-L-. Quantity: 120 Spools (50 YDS per unit). Both specified APLIX part numbers have been found technically acceptable by the Government.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- Product Specifications: Supply the exact APLIX 800 Series part numbers as specified.
- Inspection & Acceptance: QA Level - E; 7 Days inspection at Destination.
- Marking & Packing: Must comply with ASTM-D-3951-18 and MIL-STD-129R.
- Warranty: A permanent warranty notification stamping or marking is required on each warranted deliverable end item and its container.
- Mercury Exclusion: The contract prohibits the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds.
- Delivery: On or before April 30, 2026.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ) for a Firm Fixed Price contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 325998, with a Size Standard of 750 employees.
- Contracting Office: PUGET SOUND NAVAL SHIPYARD IMF, Bremerton, WA.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: April 8, 2026, 02:00 PM Local Time.
- Submission Instructions: Offerors must send a filled-out solicitation along with a formal quote that describes specifications and can be submitted for technical review. Submissions should be sent to andrew.r.smith6@navy.mil and andrew.r.smith7.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical (Solicitation Compliance, Product Specifications), Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are considered EQUAL TO PRICE.
- Payment: Via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes various FAR and DFARS clauses, covering aspects such as cybersecurity maturity model certification (CMMC), antiterrorism/force protection, and the Buy American Act. Changes to specifications or technical requirements are not permitted without Shipyard approval via the Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO).