LUBRICATING OIL,MOL
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 NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Mechanicsburg has issued a solicitation for Lubricating Oil (MOL). This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is designated for national defense use under a priority rating. Recent amendments have extended the response deadline and incorporated additional environmental and safety clauses. Quotes are now due by February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor is responsible for providing lubricating oil in accordance with strict technical and quality specifications. Key requirements include:
- Technical Documentation: Vendors must register and access the BPMI E-Commerce website to review the mandatory Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD) and associated drawings.
- Quality Standards: Compliance with MIL-I-45208 (Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirement) and specific inspection system program plans.
- Environmental & Safety: Strict exclusion of mercury or mercury-containing compounds. Compliance with hazardous material identification and material safety data requirements (Clauses 252.223-7001 and 52.223-3).
- Packaging: Adherence to MIL-STD 2073 and MIL-PRF-23199, including the use of green poly bags for items subject to cleanliness controls.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Quotes)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 19, 2026
- Published: January 23, 2026
- Pricing Validity: Quotes must remain valid for at least 60 days.
Evaluation
Award will be based on the submission of a quote that meets all technical, quality, and delivery requirements. Vendors must provide a complete package of Certified Reports of Test and Inspection (ROTI) and pre-manufacturing submittals as specified in the IRPOD.
Additional Notes
This solicitation includes Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level requirements. All technical data obtained from the Navy is subject to specific distribution statements and safeguarding protocols.