Ion Nitride Components for Watervliet Arsenal, NY
Overview
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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 Army, Watervliet Arsenal, is soliciting proposals for Ion Nitride Components and Services under a Firm Fixed-Price contract. This opportunity, identified as Solicitation W911PT26QA055, seeks contractors to provide Ion Nitride coatings for various production components, including Breech Blocks, Yokes, Pins, and Hammers. The Arsenal currently lacks the internal capability to perform these services. Proposals are due April 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for applying Ion Nitride treatment to multiple component parts for the Watervliet Arsenal. This includes:
- M256 ADL Breech Blocks per Drawing & QAP 12528572 Rev.C Notes 2 & 3.
- M284 BRUK P2 Yoke, Pin, and Hammer (Dwg. 11583609, 11583606, 11583611 Rev. -).
- M284 Pin and Hammer, Firing (Dwg. 11583122 Rev. A, 11583108 Rev. -). All treatments must adhere to AMS2759/8 specifications, ensuring core hardness is maintained. The scope includes providing representative samples (e.g., 1/4 blocks, 3 test assets per lot) for incoming material confirmation, destructive testing, and customer verification. All test results must be included with the certificate package upon product return.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: April 15, 2026, to April 14, 2027
- NAICS Code: 332811 (Metal Heat Treating)
- Size Standard: 750 employees
- Place of Performance: Implied to be the vendor's facility, as work is performed off-post.
- Applicable Standards: Service Contract Labor Standards will apply.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: April 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to Dana Gleeson (dana.m.gleeson.civ@army.mil).
- Required Documents: Electronic bids must include a signed SF 33 cover sheet, SF 1449 or SF 1442, and all applicable fill-in provisions.
- Technical Data Access: Bidders must email both Dana Gleeson and Joe Pokrentowski (joseph.s.pokrentowski.civ@army.mil) to request access to technical drawings and data. An active DD Form 2345 and company CAGE Code are prerequisites.
- Evaluation Factors: Offerors must carefully review delivery requirements and ensure they can meet the schedule. On-time delivery and quality of products are critical and may be significant factors in future contract awards. Password-protected bids require the password to be provided to Watervliet Arsenal at least ten days prior to the closing date.
Eligibility
This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Additional Notes
All applicable FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated. Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Contractors must adhere to Watervliet Arsenal's safety and health rules, and release of information is restricted.