Solicitation: TANK ASSEMBLY, FABRI (NSN: 5430-01-547-6348)
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, Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal, has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a Firm Fixed-Price contract with a 100% option for TANK ASSEMBLY, FABRI (NSN: 5430-01-547-6348, Part No: 50K FUEL, IPDS). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bidders are mandated to sign and return Attachment 0002: MIL-PRF-32233D Acknowledgement Form by the bid due date, or their submission will be rejected. Bids are due February 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time (Warren, MI).
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the provision of TANK ASSEMBLY, FABRI, which must comply with the Military Performance Specification MIL-PRF-32233D. This specification details requirements for collapsible fuel storage tank assemblies ranging from 3,000 to 210,000 U.S. gallons, including associated fittings, accessories, berm liners, and repair kits. Key performance standards include a minimum 3-year service life, 12-year storage life, and operational suitability in extreme environmental conditions (-25 to 140°F). Tanks must be compatible with various military fuels (e.g., JP-8, JP-5).
Bidders must also adhere to Attachment 0003: Special Packaging Instructions, which outlines specific preservation (MIL-STD-2073-1E, Method 41), packing, crating (ASTM D7478), and marking (MIL-STD-129) requirements. Additionally, Attachment 0006: Guidelines for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) provides mandatory protocols for handling sensitive data, which contractors must understand and comply with if applicable.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) with a 100% option.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 326299 (All Other Rubber Product Manufacturing) with a 500-employee size standard.
- Period of Performance: Delivery for CLIN 0001AA is 120-210 days after award, and 90 days for CLIN 0001AB (First Article Test Report).
- First Article Testing (FAT): May be required. Bidders can use Attachment 0004: First Article Waiver Worksheet to request a waiver.
Submission & Evaluation
- Bid Submission Deadline: February 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time (Warren, MI).
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to the designated Contract Specialists. Fax, hardcopy, DVD/CD-ROM, or hand-carried bids will not be accepted.
- Mandatory Requirement: Bidders must complete and return Attachment 0002: MIL-PRF-32233D Acknowledgement Form by the bid due date. Failure to submit this form will result in bid rejection.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible Bidder offering the lowest total price. The Government will assess price reasonableness and may reject bids with unbalanced pricing.
- Bid Acceptance Period: Bids must remain valid for a minimum of 90 calendar days.
- Questions Due: All questions regarding the IFB must be submitted via email by February 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. local time.
Contacts
- Primary: Lyndsey Pena (Contract Specialist), lyndsey.m.pena.civ@army.mil
- Secondary: Stanley Biernacki (Contract Specialist), stanley.r.biernacki.civ@army.mil