WAX, REED

SOL #: N0010426QAB51Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH

MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050-0788, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (333998)

PSC

Miscellaneous Waxes, Oils, And Fats (9160)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b32b6271fbda434295d8aad178c86a79/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 11, 2026

Last Updated

Apr 13, 2026

Submission Deadline

Apr 23, 2026, 8:30 PM

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, has issued a Solicitation for the manufacture of WAX, REED. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The required product is identified by P/N 87070 cage 2W839CN = 5 GAL. Proposals are due by April 23, 2026.

Scope of Work

This solicitation requires the manufacture of WAX, REED according to specified material and physical requirements, as detailed on drawing p/n 87070 cage 2W839. Key aspects include:

Manufacturing and Design: Adherence to drawing p/n 87070 cage 2W839.
Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5.
Configuration Control: Compliance with MIL-STD-973, including procedures for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
Quality Assurance: Contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, maintaining records for 365 days, and ensuring compliance with all contract requirements. Government Source Inspection per FAR 52.246-2 is required.
Packaging: Must conform to MIL-STD 2073.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Solicitation
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Product Service Code: 9160 - Miscellaneous Waxes, Oils, And Fats
Response Due: April 23, 2026, 8:30 PM Z
Published: April 13, 2026, 11:04 AM Z
Department/Office: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH

Special Considerations

Shipping: The contractor warns that the material will separate and become unusable if it freezes. Therefore, UPS Overnight shipping is required from October through May.
Alternate Items: If proposing an alternate item, a complete technical description must be submitted for government review to determine if it meets minimum requirements.
FMS Requirement: This is explicitly stated as not an FMS Requirement/contract.
Delivery: Delivery days are to be specified.