METAL PLATES
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 - Puget Sound is soliciting quotes for METAL PLATES under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This opportunity requires the provision of specific steel plates, including associated certification data. Quotes are due by May 19, 2026, at 02:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of steel plates conforming to MIL-S-22698C, Grade DH-36, Class U-mill finish. Two distinct plate sizes are required:
- Item 1: 1-1/2" X 96" WD X 33' THK (Quantity: 02 PM)
- Item 2: 1-1/4" THK X 96" WD X 20' LG (Quantity: 02 PM) Both items require a "CERTIFICATION DATA REPORT" for chemical and mechanical properties (DI-MISC-82386), with certifications traceable to material via unique markings. These reports are to be attached in the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) e-Business Suite.
Key Requirements
Bidders must complete and return the solicitation packet, including:
- Signed boxes 17A, 28, 30 a, b, and c on page 1.
- Provide CAGE code.
- Quote FOB Destination Bremerton, WA.
- Annotate lead time, manufacturer name, and country of manufacturing.
- All units, intermediate, and shipping containers must be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129 and DLA Procurement Note C20. Preservation and packing should be commercial, adhering to ASTM-D-3951.
- NIST SP 800-171 compliance (DFARS 252.204-7019) is required unless items are Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) and identified as such to the contracting officer.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 332322 (Size Standard: 500 employees)
- Place of Performance: Bremerton, WA 98314
- Quotes Due: May 19, 2026, at 02:00 PM
- Published: May 18, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Electronic submission of quotes is available through the SAM website. However, for a bid to be deemed responsive, a signed and completed solicitation must be submitted via email to jack.edwards@dla.mil or fax. Bidders must check applicable boxes in clause 52.204-24 (2)(d) (1) and (2). Inspection and acceptance will occur at destination, with a QA 2 - 45 Day Inspection period and 45 days for constructive acceptance. Payment will be made via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).
Additional Notes
Contractors require a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credential for base access. Specific clauses related to cybersecurity, supply chain security, and hazardous material identification are included in the solicitation.