Lithium Aluminum Hydride
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 Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of Lithium Aluminum Hydride (LiAlH4). This requirement is being competed as a full-and-open acquisition for a Firm Fixed-Price purchase order. Quotes are due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a total of 50 kilograms of Lithium Aluminum Hydride fine crystal. The requirement is specified as Brand-Name or Equal to Albemarle Brand Part #: 10000104. Specific requirements include:
- Quantity: 50kg total.
- Packaging: 500g units.
- Containment: Units must reside inside sealed inert atmosphere canisters.
- Delivery: F.O.B. Destination to Newport, RI, with delivery occurring on or before 17 weeks after receipt of award.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: N66604-26-Q-0136
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: None (Full-and-Open Competition)
- NAICS Code: 325180 (Chemical Manufacturing)
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET
- Published: February 5, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be determined on a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Offerors must submit technical details demonstrating that their product meets the listed requirements, particularly if proposing an "equal" product to the specified Albemarle brand.
Additional Notes
Quotes must include pricing, delivery terms, point of contact information, CAGE code, and Unique Entity Identification (UEID). Submissions must be sent via email to Franklin Patton.