Paint, Primer, Thinner and Blasting Media BPA - SOLICITATION
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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 US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Rock Island District is soliciting proposals for Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for marine grade paint, primer, thinner, and blasting media. These supplies are required by the USACE Mississippi River Project Office to preserve the surfaces of Lock and Dam Tainter Gates. This is a multiple award BPA with a five-year ordering period and an estimated total ordering capacity of $900,000. The solicitation has been amended, and responses are due April 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the procurement of specific materials:
- Paint Materials: Vinyl zinc-rich (Formula VZ-108d), White Vinyl Paint (Formula V-766e), and Gray Vinyl Paint (Formula V-766e), all in 5-gallon containers. Contractors must submit paint samples for testing if not previously tested.
- Paint Thinner: MEK Paint Thinner ASTM D740 in 5-gallon containers.
- Blasting Media: Coal Slag Media Black Diamond 1240 or equivalent, available in 4000 lbs sacks or 25-ton bulk trucks.
Delivery: Deliveries are required at the Mississippi River Project - Service Base, 25549 182nd Street, Pleasant Valley, IA 52767, within 12 calendar days after paint lab approval (if applicable). No Friday or weekend deliveries are permitted.
Contract & Set-Aside
- Type: Multiple Award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Duration: Five-year ordering period
- Estimated Value: $900,000
- Set-Aside: This is a Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Paint and Thinner (NAICS 325510 - Paint and Coating Manufacturing): This portion of the requirement is competed as Full and Open.
- Blasting Media (NAICS 327910 - Abrasive Product Manufacturing): This portion is set-aside for Small Businesses Only (with a 500 employees size standard).
Key Requirements & Amendments
- Testing & Inspection: Paint samples may be tested by the US Army Construction Engineering Research Lab (CERL). The Government covers initial test costs, while the contractor covers retest costs. Pre-certified coatings are acceptable with proof of certification. Inspection will occur at the destination.
- Special Requirements: Specific formulations, packaging (5-gallon lined containers for paint, 5 or 55-gallon drums for thinner), and hazardous material labeling are detailed. Adhesion, boiling water resistance, and alkali resistance tests are specified for paints. Delivery personnel must be verified through E-Verify.
- Amendments: The solicitation was amended via Amendment 0002 on April 15, 2026, updating the response due date to April 28, 2026. Amendment 0001 was issued on April 3, 2026, providing answers to questions and updated attachments.
Response Details
- Response Due: April 28, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Submission: All solicitation documents, including amendments, are posted to the PIEE Solicitation module. Bidders must follow the provided link and download all four files.
- Primary Contact: Jocelyn Rain, jocelyn.w.rain@usace.army.mil, 309-794-5709.