PROCURMENT OF LEAD STYPHNATE AND TETRACENE M1-0080
ID: N0017424Q0106Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC INDIAN HEAD DIVISIONINDIAN HEAD, MD, 20640-1533, USA

NAICS

Explosives Manufacturing (325920)

PSC

BULK EXPLOSIVES (1376)

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https://sam.gov/opp/3d32f9cc51714fdca4dd5d901078f6d8/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide Normal Lead Styphnate and Tetracene as part of its Energetics program. The procurement involves the supply of 10 pounds of Normal Lead Styphnate and 5 pounds of Tetracene, adhering to strict military specifications for manufacturing, packaging, and delivery, including compliance with MIL-DTL-757C and MIL-T-46938 standards. This contract is crucial for ensuring the availability of high-quality energetic materials necessary for U.S. Navy and Joint Forces operations, reflecting the government's commitment to operational readiness and safety in explosive materials management. Interested parties must submit their quotes by October 15, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST, and can contact Latrice Whitfield at latrice.t.whitfield.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Latrice Whitfield
    (301) 744-6545
    latrice.t.whitfield.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Lead Styphnate and Tetracene STATEMENT OF WORK.docx
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) seeks procurement of Normal Lead Styphnate and Tetracene, essential energetic materials following specified military standards. The contract outlines the manufacture, inspection, and delivery requirements for 10 pounds of Lead Styphnate, adhering to MIL-DTL-757C, and 5 pounds of Tetracene per MIL-T-46938C. The contractor must ensure material homogeneity, provide comprehensive quality documentation, and adhere to stringent quality control processes, including compliance certifications and chemical analysis reports. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for implementing a counterfeit material prevention program and ensuring acceptable preservation and packing standards in alignment with military specifications. The contract also emphasizes the importance of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling, requiring compliance with FOUO standards, and mandates OPSEC awareness for contractor personnel. The purpose of this procurement is to supply high-quality energetics crucial for the U.S. Navy and Joint Forces operations, reflecting the government's ongoing commitment to maintain operational readiness and safety in explosive materials management.
    RFQ N0017424Q0106.pdf
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the procurement of Normal Lead Styphnate and Tetracene for its Energetics program. The RFQ outlines the need for ten pounds of Normal Lead Styphnate and five pounds of Tetracene, along with required compliance documents such as Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Certificates of Analysis. The contractor is obligated to manufacture, package, and deliver these materials according to military specifications (MIL-DTL-757C for Lead Styphnate and MIL-T-46938 for Tetracene) and ensure lot homogeneity for quality control. Additionally, specifications require adherence to standards for safety, packaging, and counterfeiting prevention throughout manufacturing and delivery. The document emphasizes quality management systems that comply with ISO 9001 standards and the importance of maintaining proper documentation for government review. Inspection and acceptance protocols are specified, along with stipulations for delivery and invoicing processes. This RFQ is part of the broader federal effort ensuring the supply chain for military materials meets stringent safety and quality standards essential for national defense operations.
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