Welding Rod

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for welding rods, specifically "BARE COPPER", 1/16" diameter, 50lb, straight lengths of 36.0". The government is procuring these materials for DLA Maritime – Portsmouth. The set-aside is for Small Business. The solicitation is issued under FAR Part 13 or 12.6.

• Item 0001: ROD, WELDING, 1/16”DIA “BARE COPPER”, 50LB, STRAIGHT LENGTHS, 36.0” (As per Attachment 1 – Specifications).

• Item 0002: DATA REQUIREMENTS (See EXHIBIT “A” SEQ A001 and SEQ A002 for CDRLs DI-MISC-81356A and DI-MISC-80678).

• Offerors must be registered and active in SAM.gov.

• Compliance with NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements is mandatory for award consideration.

• Compliance with DFARS clauses related to Buy American Act and Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services is required.

• FSC/NAICS: 5307/332722

• Size Standard: 600

• Payment Terms: Net 30 AFTER inspection and acceptance. Discount terms to be specified. Payment methods accepted are Government Purchase Card (GPC) or Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Inspection: Final Inspection at Destination or Origin, with varying inspection times (7 days for QA-4, 45 days for QA-2 and QA-3).

• Quote Due Date: March 5, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Award may be made to the LPTA offeror based on soonest delivery if the Government Required Delivery Date (RDD) is not met.

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted to DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL. Ensure all required forms and representations are completed.

• Award: The Government intends to make a single award without discussions.

• Set Aside: Small Business.

• Offerors must indicate their business size (Large, Small, SDB, VOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB, SDOVSB, HUBZONE, 8a).

• Required Delivery Date (RDD): ASAP. Offers not meeting or exceeding the RDD may not be considered responsive.

• Pricing: Delivered prices (FOB Destination) are requested. If the item is a PRICE LISTED or GSA ITEM, a copy of the price list or GSA Contract Number must be included.

• Cybersecurity: Offerors must have a current NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) or submit a Basic Assessment.

• Representations and Certifications: Must be filled out and provided with the quote submission.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for welding rods, specifically "BARE COPPER", 1/16" diameter, in 36.0" straight lengths. The government is procuring these items for DLA Maritime – Portsmouth.

• Item 0001: ROD, WELDING, 1/16”DIA “BARE COPPER”, 36.0” STRAIGHT LENGTHS. Specifications are detailed in Attachment 1.

• Item 0002: DATA REQUIREMENTS, including EXHIBIT A, SEQ A001 and SEQ A002, related to CDRLs DI-MISC-81356A and DI-MISC-80678.

• Cybersecurity: Offerors must comply with NIST SP 800-171 requirements, including having a current assessment posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Compliance with DFARS 252.204-7016 and 252.204-7018 regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment or services is also required.

• Buy American Act: DFARS provisions apply if the value exceeds $10,000.00 (Balance of Payments) or $25,000.00 (Free Trade Agreements).

• Set Aside: Small Business.

• FSC/NAICS: 5307/332722.

• Size Standard: 600.

• FAR Part(s): 13 or 12.6.

• Payment Terms: Net 30 AFTER inspection and acceptance. Payment methods accepted are Government Purchase Card (GPC) or Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Inspection: Final inspection at Destination.

• Quote Due Date: March 5, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Award: The government intends to make a single award without discussions. If no offers meet the Required Delivery Date (RDD), award may proceed to the LPTA offeror with the soonest delivery.

• SAM Registration: Offerors must be registered and active in SAM.gov.

• Small Business set-aside.

• Offerors must indicate their business size (e.g., SB, SDB, VOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB, SDOVSB, HUBZONE, 8a).

• Required Delivery Date (RDD): ASAP. Offers must meet or exceed this RDD.

• GSA/Price List: Indicate if the item is a GSA or price-listed item and provide relevant details.

• Hazardous Materials: Indicate if the item contains hazardous materials (MSDS required).

• Representations: All required representations must be completed and submitted with the quote.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 and Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR 13. The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is seeking responses from qualified sources for rod welding supplies. This announcement serves as the only solicitation; no paper copies will be issued.

• Procurement of rod welding supplies.

• Vendors must list the country of origin for each line item.

• Offerors must complete and include provisions 52.204-24, 52.204-26, 252.204-7016, and 252.204-7019.

• Small business joint venture offerors must submit specific representations.

• Use the RFQ Form attachment for pricing.

• Include freight costs in pricing quotes.

• FSC Code: 5307

• NAICS Code: 332722

• Small Business Standard: 600 employees

• Clauses and provisions are in effect through FAC 2025-06 and DFARS Change Notice 20251110.

• A comprehensive list of FAR, DFARS, DLAD, and Local clauses and provisions are incorporated by reference or attached.

• Quotes must be e-mailed to gary.1.chandler@dla.mil and DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL.

• Evaluation will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria.

• This requirement is being processed as an "All or None" award.

• A reverse auction may be held.

• Quotes must be submitted by 10:00 AM EST on March 5th, 2026.

• Payment terms are Net 30 Days AFTER acceptance of material.

• This requirement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Potential contractors will be screened for responsibility in accordance with FAR 9.104.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• If not the manufacturer, provide Manufacturer’s Name, Location, and Business Size.

• Delivery Point: PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD, RECEIVING OFFICER, BLDG 170, 2ND FLOOR, CODE KMC, KITTERY, ME 03904.

• Place of Manufacture / Country of Origin is required.

• Quoters are reminded to include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 and its ALT I if not updated in SAM.

• The Point of Contact is Gary Chandler at gary.1.chandler@DLA.mil.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an attachment to a contract, specifically detailing specifications for welding rods. It provides technical requirements and data requirements for potential bidders to understand the product specifications.

• Item Name: ROD, WELDING, BARE, STRAIGHT LENGTHS, AWS A5.7 / A5.7M ERCU
• Special Characteristics: Outside Diameter: 0.062" X 36" Length
• Classification: ERCU
• Manufacturing Standard: AWS A5.7/A5.7M:2007 (R2017)
• Identification: Rods must be identified by pressure-sensitive tape or stamping with the applicable AWS classification.
• Lot Furnishing: Material shall be furnished from one lot, with limitations on multiple lots for small quantities.
• Data Requirements:
  • Certificate of Compliance (Exhibit A, Sequence A001)
  • Material Certification (Exhibit A, Sequence A002)
• Marking and Certification: Requirements for "CIM"
• Preservation/Packaging/Packing: Preparation for delivery (commercially packaged items).
• Inspection and Acceptance: Responsibility for inspection and acceptance at destination.

This attachment is crucial for bidders as it defines the exact technical specifications of the welding rods required. It outlines the quality standards, identification methods, lot requirements, and necessary certifications and documentation. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets all these specifications and data requirements to be compliant. It also details the inspection and acceptance process.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for "Exhibit A," utilizing the ADP DD Form 1423 (Mechanized Equivalent). It specifies data items required from the contractor.

• Item A001 (Bare Welding Rod): Requires a "Certificate of Compliance" (DI-MISC-81356A). Technical content is as described in the respective contract line item(s). For payment and submission, refer to clauses 252.232-7006 & 252.232-7003 or 52.232-36. Each data item must be submitted under a separate shipment number.
• Item A002 (Electrodes): Requires "Material Certification" (DI-MISC-80678). This certification must include actual test results of all chemical and mechanical tests required by the specification, presented quantitatively and in the units required by the specification. Paragraphs 10.2.2, 10.2.3 & 10.4 of DI-MISC-80678 do not apply. Additionally, requirements from the contract section titled "Marking and Certification Requirements for Controlled Industrial Material" apply. Payment and submission follow the same clauses as Item A001.

This CDRL outlines specific data deliverables required from the contractor, including certifications and test results for materials like welding rods and electrodes. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately price and plan for proposal submission, ensuring compliance with specified data formats and submission procedures.