RFQ for NSN 5350-00-270-8462 (Steel Shot)
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 General Services Administration (GSA), Office of General Supplies and Services (GSS) Supply Chain Management Contracting Division, is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Steel Shot (NSN 5350-00-270-8462). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Vendors must be registered to receive Purchase Orders via EDI or the OMS Vendor Portal. Quotes are due by February 19, 2026, at 9:30 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This RFQ seeks 480 bags of Steel Shot for peening, conforming to AMS/SAE J827 and SAE J444, specifically Ervin Industries Inc., P/N S330 or equal. Key characteristics include:
- Type: Cast Steel shot
- Shot Size: S330
- Hardness: 40-51 (Rockwell “C” scale)
- Packaging: Paper bag construction with poly-liner, unit of issue is BG (fifty (50) lbs. per bag).
- Exceptions: MIL-STD 105 references are replaced by ANSI/ASQC Z1.4.
- Marking: Must comply with GSAM 552.211.73 and Federal Standard 123 for domestic civilian deliveries. Military deliveries require compliance with MIL-STD-129R, including specific data elements like NSN, CAGE code, part number, quantity, and contract number. Special marking for lot batch number, date of manufacture, and 4-to-6-gallon pails (ASTM F 1615) is also required.
- Data Submission: A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with Federal Standard No. 313 (OSHA HazCom/GHS data) must be submitted, placed inside or affixed to each transport package.
- Preparation for Delivery: Compliance with GSAM 552.211-75 and/or ASTM D-3951. Wood Packaging Material (WPM) must meet GSAM 552.211.89 or ASTM D-3951, and be treated/stamped for export. All delivery locations are within the Continental United States, with a requested delivery of 20 days to zip code 36201-5021 (Anniston, AL).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Product Service Code: 5350 (Abrasive Materials)
- NAICS: 327910
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 9:30 PM ET
- Published: February 12, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. For contractors quoting the same price, preference for award will be given to the small business. Offerors must submit a complete, accurate, and fully compliant quote addressing all requirements in sections 1-6 of the RFQ.
Submission Requirements
Vendors must submit their quote via email to alan.craig@gsa.gov. Required documents include:
- RFQ: Pages 1-5 fully completed and signed (page 3 specifically), addressing all requirements in sections 1-6.
- MIL-STD-129R: Signed on page 5, return the entire document if not already on file for the Instaquote Program. Offerors quoting an "or equal" item must provide complete, detailed item specifications. All offerors must be registered and active in SAM.gov prior to award. Foreign corporations must have a US agent and physical address.
Contact Information
- Primary: Alan Craig, alan.craig@gsa.gov, 817-850-8238
- Secondary: Kimberly Kurtz, kimberly.kurtz@gsa.gov