SEALING COMPOUND
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, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of SEALING COMPOUND. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The compound must meet specific material and physical requirements as detailed in Drawing 3240177P1 (10001) REV A. Proposals are due by February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of SEALING COMPOUND according to Drawing 3240177P1 (10001) REV A. Key requirements include:
- Manufacturing and Design: Adherence to material and physical requirements specified on Drawing 3240177P1 (10001) REV A.
- Marking: In accordance with applicable Military Standards (e.g., MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, MIL-P-15024/5).
- Configuration Control: MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8, applies for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Shelf Life: Items must have not less than 85% shelf-life remaining at receipt by the Government, with a specified shelf-life of 24 months - NON-EXTENDIBLE (M UU) for the sealing compound. Shelf-life markings must comply with MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-130, etc.
- Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with Government Source Inspection per FAR 52.246-2 required.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies.
- Acceptable Alternative: Part number 567 has been evaluated and is an acceptable commercial alternative.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: 8030 (Preservative And Sealing Compounds)
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 21:30 UTC
- Published: January 7, 2026
Additional Notes
Drawings can be viewed or downloaded from SAM.gov by entering the solicitation number. All contractual documents are considered "issued" upon mailing, fax, or electronic commerce. Ordering information for applicable documents (e.g., MIL-STD-130) is provided, including details for obtaining "Official Use Only" and "NOFORN" documents. Award for controlled items (e.g., OD36190) will only be made to listed vendors; substitute items require prior testing and approval.