NITRATE ISE
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, has issued a Solicitation for NITRATE ISE (Product Service Code 6630 - Chemical Analysis Instruments). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation requires the supply of NITRATE ISE, including production lot testing and specific sample submissions. Proposals are due by May 1, 2026, at 8:30 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the supply of NITRATE ISE. Key aspects include:
- Production Lot Testing: Mandatory for each order/shipment date. Samples are due to NSY Puget Sound 40 days prior to delivery at Code 134 - Bldg. 59, 1400 Farragut Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98314-5001.
- WAWF Submittal: Production lot testing requires a submittal in Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) to be completed by the GQAR (Source) and forwarded to NAVSUP WSS-MECH, Code N9434.31 (Destination) for authorization to ship.
- Nomenclature Precedence: The nomenclature and NSN listed on the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD) take precedence over those on page 2 of the order.
- Delivery: Accelerated delivery is acceptable and desired at no additional cost to the Government. Partial shipments are authorized. Transportation Priority 02 prevails.
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS): Safety Data Sheets and Globally Harmonized System (GHS) labels must be available upon request.
- Mercury Exclusion: Mercury or mercury-containing compounds shall not be intentionally added to or come in direct contact with hardware or supplies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
- Published: April 1, 2026, 9:20 PM UTC
- Pricing Validity: Unless otherwise specified, pricing for this Request for Proposal is valid for 60 days after the closing date.
Technical Documentation & Access
Technical documents, such as drawings, IRPOD, STRs, and other procurement-related documents, are available at https://logistics.unnpp.gov. This website requires a password and pre-registration. Contact the E-Commerce Help Desk at 518-395-4357 for registration or login assistance. Hard copies of IRPOD and/or drawings will not be mailed.
Evaluation
Evaluation will follow procedures for Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
Additional Notes
- Order of Precedence: In case of conflict, Section C takes precedence over Section D. For documentation, the order is Amendments > Schedule > Terms and Conditions > IRPOD/Master Procurement Spec > STRs > Drawings > Specifications.
- Vendor Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must include an explanation, justification, and an offer of consideration. These requests should be presented to the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) for comment and forwarding.
- Quality Assurance: Requirements are located in the IRPOD. Contractors must maintain an acceptable inspection system.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 packaging applies.
- DD Form 1423: Detailed instructions and definitions for various blocks of the DD Form 1423 are provided, covering data item descriptions, submission frequencies, and pricing groups.