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 (NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH) has issued a solicitation for the manufacture and supply of MICROPATCH BLACK (PN: MC-753, 1-GALLON). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires the material to be a shelf-life item with at least 85% of its shelf-life remaining upon Government receipt. Government Source Inspection is mandatory, and delivery is required within 90 days. Proposals are due by July 6, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture and supply of MICROPATCH BLACK, specifically PN: MC-753, 1-GALLON, from TOLBER DIVISION OF PYRAMID PLASTICS (CAGE CODE 59460). Key requirements include:
- Adherence to specified material and physical requirements.
- Marking of items in accordance with military standards such as MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5.
- Implementation of configuration control procedures as per MIL-STD-973, including submissions for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers to NAVICP-MECH.
- Strict shelf-life management, ensuring items have a minimum of 85% shelf-life remaining at the time of Government receipt, with specific marking requirements per MIL STD 129, MIL-STD-130, MIL STD 290, or FED STD 123.
- Government Source Inspection (FAR 52.246-2) is a mandatory quality assurance measure.
- Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (anticipated Firm Fixed-Price).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- NAICS: 326199 (Plastics Product Manufacturing), Size Standard: 750 employees.
- Delivery: 90 days after contract award.
- Response Due: July 6, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT.
- Published: June 18, 2026.
- FOB: Destination.
- Payment: Via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), utilizing Invoice and Receiving Report (Combo), with inspection/acceptance at the source.
Quality Assurance & Other Requirements
The contractor is responsible for performing all inspection requirements and maintaining inspection records for 365 days post-delivery. For commercial brand name descriptions (PN: MC-753, 1-GALLON OF MICROPATCH-BLACK, MFG. TOLBER DIVISION OF PYRAMID PLASTICS), any proposed alternate items must include a complete technical description for Government review.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact AMANDA.R.HAYWARD.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-5834.