Reactive Services for Machine Maintenance/Repairs and Maintenance/Repairs at the Watervliet Arsenal, Watervliet NY.
Overview
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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 Army, specifically the Watervliet Arsenal in Watervliet, NY, is seeking Reactive Services for Machine Maintenance/Repairs and Maintenance/Repairs of the Chrome Area. This acquisition is a direct 8(a) sole source with DMyles Inc. of Niagara Falls, NY. Proposals are due March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide essential reactive services and maintenance for the Watervliet Arsenal, covering:
- Reactive Services and Spare Parts: For production machines, addressing remedial and emergency repairs.
- Mechanical Repair and Maintenance Services: For the Chrome Plating Facility (Building 35), including repair, servicing, and inspection of mechanical needs.
- Electrical Repair and Maintenance Services: For the Chrome Plating Facility (Building 35), covering electrical repair, servicing, and inspection.
All work will be performed on-site at the Watervliet Arsenal. Contractors must comply with OSHA requirements, Watervliet Arsenal's safety rules, and submit annual injury/illness reports. Employees must identify themselves as contractor personnel and display visible identification.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- Solicitation Issue Date: March 5, 2026
- Offer Due Date: March 16, 2026, 12:00 PM Local Time
- Period of Performance: Base period (March 19, 2026 – February 28, 2027) plus two one-year option periods, extending through February 28, 2029.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Electronic bids/proposals are required.
- Accepted Formats: Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint - 2007 or lower), Adobe PDF (300 dpi), HTML (no active links).
- Submission Instructions: Submit via email to christopher.k.battiste.civ@army.mil. Quotes must be complete to be considered responsive. If password-protected, the password must be provided at least ten days prior to the closing date.
Additional Notes
- Point of Contact: Christopher Battiste, Contract Specialist/Buyer, at christopher.k.battiste.civ@army.mil or 518-266-4607.
- Job Site Availability: Normal business hours are Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST, and every other Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST. Contractors should confirm Friday availability.
- Payments: Processed via WAWF (Wide Area WorkFlow); vendors must register.
- Clauses: Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference.