LEVEL 1 Weld Rod
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Portsmouth is soliciting proposals for LEVEL 1 Welding Rod (MIL-10718-M 3/32", NSN: 3439016318549). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for the procurement of 300 containers of critical shipboard material. Bidders must adhere to stringent technical specifications, quality assurance, and data submission requirements. Proposals are due by March 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of LEVEL 1 Welding Rod, specifically MIL-10718-M 3/32", designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material due to its critical nature for shipboard systems. The requirement is for 300 containers of this welding electrode.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- Product: LEVEL 1 Welding Rod, MIL-10718-M 3/32" (NSN: 3439016318549).
- Quantity: 300 Containers.
- Technical Specifications: Material must meet MIL-10718-M 3/32" specifications as detailed in the Technical Data Package (Attachment 1 - TDP 01-631-8549.pdf). This includes manufacturing, design, and testing requirements.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain an effective Material Control System compliant with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001:2008, including calibration system requirements of MIL-STD-45662, ISO 10012, or ANSI-Z540.1. Traceability and comprehensive certification data reports are mandatory.
- Data Requirements (CDRL - Exhibit A):
- A001: Inspection and Test Plan (DI-QCIC-81110).
- A002: Certification Data for Special Emphasis Material (DI-MISC-81020).
- A003: Certification/Data Report - Special Emphasis C of C (DI-MISC-80678).
- Submission: Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. No material is to be shipped before receiving acceptance.
- Packaging & Marking: Must comply with MIL-STD-129 and ASTM D-3951. Exterior containers require specific markings including NSN, quantity, QA Designator, contract number, contractor/shipment addresses, and "LEVEL I" in bold red letters.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed Price for both welding rod and data requirements).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product Service Code: 5307 (Studs).
- Period of Performance: 180 Calendar Days from the date of award for delivery.
- Published Date: March 18, 2026.
- Response Due Date: March 31, 2026, 12:00 AM Local Time.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Offers are to be submitted in response to Solicitation Number SPMYM326Q4034.
- Evaluation: Evaluation criteria are not fully detailed but will include past performance assessed using the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 are incorporated by reference.
- Inspection & Acceptance: Destination inspection and acceptance.
- Delivery: FOB Destination.
- Payment: Via electronic funds transfer through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Gary Chandler (gary.1.chandler@dla.mil)
- Secondary Contact: DLA-KME EMAIL BOX (DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL)