MICROPATCH BLACK
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 Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of MICROPATCH BLACK. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The requirement includes specific material, marking, configuration control, and critical shelf-life specifications. Proposals are due by July 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract/purchase order requires the manufacture of MICROPATCH BLACK (PN: MC-753 1-GALLON, CAGE CODE 59460, MFG. TOLBER DIVISION OF PYRAMID PLASTICS). Key requirements include:
- Manufacturing and Design: Must meet specified material and physical requirements.
- Marking: Adherence to MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5 standards.
- Configuration Control: Compliance with MIL-STD-973 for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Shelf-Life Requirement: Material must have not less than 85% shelf-life remaining at the time of receipt by the first Government activity, as mandated by DOD 4140.27-M and MIL-STD-129P. Specific marking for Type I and Type II shelf-life items is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 9330 - Plastics Fabricated Materials
- Response Due: July 1, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: June 11, 2026
Quality Assurance & Packaging
Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements and compliance, maintaining records for 365 days post-delivery. Government Source Inspection per FAR 52.246-2 is required. Packaging shall be in accordance with MIL-STD 2073 and the Contract/Purchase Order Schedule.
Additional Notes
This procurement covers a commercial brand name description. Offerors proposing alternate items must submit a complete technical description for government review. Ordering information for various military and commercial documents is provided.