The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to award a sole-source, firm fixed-price purchase order to Goodrich Corporation for NGD-9 compound. This action is justified under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii) because Goodrich Corporation is the only source of the required material, and no compatible alternatives exist. The proposed purchase will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures. While this is not a request for competitive proposals, interested parties may submit capabilities statements by 12:00 PM on December 9, 2025. Responses will be considered solely to determine the feasibility of a competitive procurement, with the final decision resting with the Government. Inquiries should be directed to Michael Bonaiuto at michael.j.bonaiuto.civ@us.navy.mil.
This government solicitation, N0016726Q1023, outlines the requirements for procuring NGD-9 A-side and B-side materials, along with a DMTA Qualification Test, all under a Firm Fixed Price arrangement. Key requirements include DoD unique identification for items and adherence to specific delivery and packaging guidelines for the Naval Surface Warfare Center in W. Bethesda, MD. Detailed instructions are provided for delivery, including receiving hours, directions, security protocols (requiring proof of US citizenship and specific identification), and strict overweight vehicle guidelines for MacArthur Boulevard, which has a 6-ton GVW limit with exceptions up to 15 tons requiring prior approval from the Washington Aqueduct. Payment instructions emphasize electronic submission through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, detailing document types, routing data, and points of contact for assistance. The contract incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and full text, covering areas like hazardous material identification, item unique identification and valuation, whistleblower rights, combating trafficking in persons, equal opportunity, and electronic payment. The contractor is responsible for providing Material Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous materials and complying with all relevant regulations.
The NSWCCD SAP Non-Competitive Procurement Justification Memo, effective April 2025, details a sole-source procurement for 1,800 lbs of NGD-9 A side and 882 lbs of NGD-9 B side liquid polymer from Goodrich Corp. This polymer, a classified proprietary formulation, provides acoustic modification and protection for Navy vehicle surfaces. The justification cites FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and FAR 8.405-6, emphasizing that only one source is reasonably available due to Goodrich/Collins Aerospace's proprietary rights. The document highlights the extensive time and cost (over seven years and significant funds) required to develop this specific compound, making a replacement impractical. The estimated value of the procurement includes the polymer, DMA test fees, and heated freight delivery. This memo ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations for non-competitive actions under the simplified acquisition threshold, certifying the necessity and accuracy of the information.