Microcrystalline Wax #118P
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 W6QM MICC-FT DRUM, is seeking proposals for Microcrystalline Wax #118P through a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by February 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Microcrystalline Wax #118P, which must meet specific technical specifications:
- Melting Point: 192 MIN 194-90 F/C (ASTM D127)
- Penetration @77F/100F: 10 MAX 7 (ASTM D1321)
- Color: 0.5 MAX, 1.05 (ASTM D1500)
- Oil Content: 1.8 MAX, 0.5 WT% (ASTM D721)
- Flash Point: 500 MIN, 515/268 PM F/C (ASTM D93)
- Viscosity: 90 MIN, 99 SUS, 210 F/98/9C (ASTM D2161)
- Gravity: 34 MIN 36 MAX, 35 AP1 (ASTM D287)
- Odor: 2 MAX, 1 (ASTM D1833)
- Pound/Gallon AVG: 7.076 (ASTM D1250)
- Specific Gravity: 0.849
The wax must be in bead or flake form only. Offerors must provide the manufacturer information for the wax.
Packaging Requirements:
- Wax must be packaged in boxes (15 inches L x 12 inches W x 12 inches H), with each box not exceeding 50 lbs.
- No more than 40 boxes per pallet (2000 lbs.).
- Every box must be sealed, and the wax within each box must be encased in a sealed, durable plastic bag.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 9160 - Miscellaneous Waxes, Oils, And Fats
- Response Due: February 11, 2026
- Published: February 2, 2026
Additional Notes
Bidders are encouraged to review the attached Spec Sheet for full details. Several resources are provided, including a PIEE Solicitation Module Link, Web Based Training, Registration Instructions for the PIEE Solicitation Module, and the Department of Defense Procurement Toolbox.