Metal Shelving
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 Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk intends to acquire and install the proprietary System 90 Shelving system from Metal Dynamics, Ltd. for the renovation of the ships store space on board the APL 61 barge. This is a sole-source acquisition under RFQ N0018926QW072, justified by FAR Part 6.103-1(b). While not a request for competitive quotes, other sources may submit documentation for consideration. Offers from Metal Dynamics, Ltd. are due by March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the purchase, installation, and maintenance of Metal Dynamics, Ltd. System 90 metal slat wall-shelving fixtures. The scope includes various shelving units, counter showcases, cash stands, and storage cabinets. All materials must conform to specified military specifications (e.g., MIL-STD-1623, MIL-PRF-32038) and NAVSEA standards, be powder-coated to shipboard standard Sea Pearl, and be capable of passing through standard ship access points. The vendor is responsible for removing existing items and installing new ones, and must provide certified employee service representatives for maintenance and repair.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Sole Source, Firm Fixed Price)
- Solicitation Number: N0018926QW072
- NAICS Code: 337215 (Metal Shelving Manufacturing), Size Standard: 500 employees
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED (Sole Source)
- Estimated Award Date: March 26, 2026
- Delivery Date: June 16, 2026
- Period of Performance: June 16, 2026, to August 14, 2026
- Offer Due Date: March 25, 2026, 3:00 PM Eastern Standard
- Published Date: March 23, 2026
Rationale for Sole Source
Metal Dynamics, Ltd. is the proprietary owner, sole manufacturer, and seller of the patented System 90 Slat Wall Shelving System. This system is required to ensure consistency, flexibility, and interchangeability with existing ship store shelving systems on board Fleet Ships Stores afloat. Metal Dynamics is also an approved NAVSEA supplier and installer of ship store furnishings.
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, other responsible sources may submit concise documentation regarding their ability to provide the required support, including financial and technical information. This information will be considered solely to determine if competitive procurement is a possibility, and no award will be made based on these submissions. Quoters must be registered in SAM.gov.
Point of Contact
Joseph DeLibero (joseph.d.delibero.civ@us.navy.mil) and Mark Stumpo (mark.e.stumpo.civ@us.navy.mil).