Rockwell Hardness Tester
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division is seeking to procure a Rockwell Hardness Tester to replace an obsolete unit at its Philadelphia, PA facility. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items. Quotes are due June 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for a WILSON RH2150 Rockwell Hardness Tester, including associated items such as a Clamping Device, Rockwell Indenter, Carbide Ball Indenter, and Anvil. The procurement also covers freight (up to 300 lbs), installation services (HRD Test Cal 4 Scales and Zone 3), and the addition of Rockwell scales. DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation, is applicable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS: 334519 (Size Standard: $1.5 million)
- Solicitation Issued: June 2, 2026
- Quotes Due: June 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
- Delivery: Anticipated 30 calendar days from award receipt.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module (PSM). Offerors are required to be registered in PIEE, SAM.gov, and the Joint Certification Program (JCP). Evaluation will follow a Lowest-Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Quotes will first be ranked by price, and then the technical factors of the lowest-priced quote will be evaluated. Award will be made to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer.
Additional Notes
This notice constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses apply. All questions must be emailed to frank.vennell@navy.mil; phone calls will not be accepted.