MOLYKOTE 111
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 is soliciting proposals for the supply of MOLYKOTE 111 COMPOUND. This material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I) due to its critical use in shipboard systems, where incorrect or defective material could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems. Proposals are due January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors are required to supply MOLYKOTE 111 COMPOUND manufactured in accordance with DOW SILICONES CORPORATION, P/N DC-111, with specific amplifications or modifications detailed in the solicitation. Key requirements include:
- Mercury Free: Material must not contain mercury or mercury-containing compounds.
- Marking: Items must be physically identified per MIL-STD-130.
- Packaging: Preservation, packaging, packing, and marking must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
- Configuration Control: Contractors must maintain total equipment baseline configuration and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes. Waivers and Deviations require review and approval by the Contracting Officer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (leading to a contract award)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 99 (Miscellaneous)
- Proposal Due: January 30, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 15, 2026
- Delivery: Final delivery of material within 186 days.
- Warranty: One year / 365 days after the date of last delivery.
- Payment Terms: Prompt Payment changed to 45 days after delivery.
- Rating: Any resulting contract will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
This procurement includes Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program clauses. The ECDS (Electronic Contractor Data Submission) system at https://register.nslc.navy.mil/ is available for certain data submissions, questions, clarifications, and waiver requests. Contact Ashton K. Perry at ASHTON.K.PERRY.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-7574 for inquiries.