33-0074; Petrofluid Testing Services

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines a requirement by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) for non-personal testing and analytical services of petrofluid and jacket water samples. The scope covers new and used lubrication oil, fuel oil, hydraulic oil, grease, and diesel engine jacket water (coolant) samples across the U.S. Navy fleet, with potential extension to other military branches. The selected contractor is responsible for fabricating and shipping specialized sampling kits to vessels, receiving samples under strict timelines, conducting specified ASTM/ISO/SAE test slates, storing samples for a 45-day retention period, and managing residual disposal or shipment. Additionally, the contractor must maintain a secure, shore-side database to transfer verified daily test results to the Navy. To ensure technical competency, the contractor's facilities must be ISO 17025 certified, maintain an ISO 9001:2015 compliant Quality Management System, and actively participate in the ASTM Proficiency Testing Program. The contract features a 90-day phase-in period to validate equipment calibration, testing accuracy, and database integration before achieving full performance capability. Strict security protocols are mandated, including compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) safeguarding guidelines and OPSEC training for personnel.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (N64498-26-RFPREQ-PD-33-0074) to identify qualified businesses for an anticipated single-award, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The contract will provide testing services for U.S. Navy lubrication oil, fuel oil, hydraulic oil, and grease applications, supporting the Petrofluids & Material Performance Branch. The work will primarily take place at the contractor's facility over a six-year period of performance, which includes a 60-month ordering window. The primary NAICS code is H291, and the current incumbent is ALS Services USA, Corp. The government expects to issue the formal Request for Proposal (RFP) in January 2027. Interested large and small businesses must submit a capability statement of no more than five pages by August 27, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET. Submissions must demonstrate prime contractor experience on similar projects, the ability to perform at least 50% of personnel costs with internal staff, resource capacity to meet the Statement of Work requirements, and an explicit intent to propose. This market research will assist the government in determining the viability of a small business set-aside.