Lever Castings for the Watervliet Arsenal
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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, specifically the W6QK ACC WVA office, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Lever Castings for the Watervliet Arsenal. This solicitation seeks a single award for lever castings required for 120mm M256 and 105mm M20 cannons. The opportunity is not identified as a Small Business Set-Aside. Quotations are due by close of business on May 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves providing:
- 134 Each CASTING, LEVER PER DRAWING # 12528503 REV D, for 120mm M256 CANNON (with options for First Article Required or Waived).
- 16 Each CASTING, LEVER PER DRAWING # 11582540 REV D, for 105mm M20 CANNON (with options for First Article Required or Waived).
Deliverables also include contract data prepared and delivered in accordance with the CONTRACT DATA REQUIREMENTS LIST (DD FORM 1423), attached as EXHIBIT A, and General Data Drawings ATTACHMENT A. The Technical Data Package (TDP) is available on beta.SAM.gov and requires DD 2345 certification for access.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Pricing: Firm Fixed Price for all Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs).
- Delivery: Specific delivery schedules are outlined for each CLIN, ranging from 60 to 150 calendar days from the "lead time event" or "date of award receipt." On-time delivery is critical.
- Place of Performance: Watervliet, NY, United States.
- Inspection and Acceptance: Will be conducted at Watervliet Arsenal.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: All responses must be submitted electronically via email to Coby.R.Brickner.Civ@army.mil.
- Deadline: Close of business on May 22, 2026.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror that submits the lowest evaluated offer, meets all material requirements, meets or exceeds drawing/specification requirements, and satisfies responsibility criteria at FAR 9.104. A pre-award survey may be conducted.
- First Article: The necessity for First Article Inspection may be waived under specific conditions. A cost of $1,200 will be added to offers for testing if a waiver is not applicable.
Additional Notes
Offerors must carefully review delivery requirements and ensure they can meet the schedule. Past performance for quality and delivery may be a major consideration for future contract awards. Additional provisions and representations are attached to the solicitation. The primary contact is Coby Brickner (Coby.R.Brickner.Civ@army.mil, 5182664505).