IPDI
Overview
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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 Army, W6QM MICC-FT DRUM, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Isophorone Diisocyanate (IPDI). This requirement is for a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks qualified vendors to supply IPDI meeting specific analytical and packaging standards. The solicitation was amended to add the set-aside and extend the response date. Responses are due April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity is for Isophorone Diisocyanate (IPDI), which must meet the analytical requirements of Weapon Specification WS16305C dated 1 JUL 77. Key requirements include:
- Product Specifications: Colorless to slightly yellow nonaromatic liquid, Isocyanate (NCO) Content between 37.0 to 37.8 percent.
- Qualified Vendors: Must be a qualified vendor within McAAP Pamphlet 702-13. Examples of qualified products/manufacturers include Desmodur I (Covestro) and Vestant IPDI (Evonik Degussa).
- Documentation: Certificate of Conformance (COC), Certificate of Analysis (COA), and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) are required with the solicitation and each shipment. COC/COA must include manufacturer name, product details, specification, lot/batch number, dates, analytical data, and a statement of no change in materials or processes. COC/COA approval by MCAAP AO is required before contract award.
- Packaging & Shipping: Material to be shipped in new, palletized, and banded 55-gallon metal drums. Lots shall not be mixed on pallets. No rail deliveries accepted.
- Sample Requirement: Contractors may be required to submit a 5-pound sample of IPDI for testing prior to award, with a four-week turnaround from notification.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 6810 - Chemicals
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 8:40 PM EDT
- Published: March 30, 2026
- Predicted Delivery Schedule:
- May 13, 2026: 10,584 LBS
- August 5, 2026: 10,584 LBS
- February 3, 2027: 12,348 LBS
Additional Notes
The contact for this opportunity is Kaley Fitzer at kaley.d.fitzer.civ@army.mil or 918-420-6851.