The Department of Defense seeks experienced contractors for the supply of specialized welding rods, a critical component in shipboard systems. These rods, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material, must adhere to exacting standards to ensure system integrity and safety.
The scope of work involves supplying titanium or titanium-alloy welding rods that conform to specific dimensions and industry specifications. Contractors must demonstrate an understanding of the stringent quality assurance and certification requirements. Detailed testing and compliance with standards such as AWS A5.16/A5.16M, AWS A5.01M/A5.01, and ISO 9001 are crucial. The rods will be assessed through procedures like the Certified Material Test Report (Chemicals), and contractors must provide certification, configuration control, and thorough inspection records. Additionally, contractors must ensure proper packaging and labeling, following the meticulous requirements outlined in MIL-STD-129.
To be eligible, bidders must be qualified to the specified military specs or ISO 9000 system series. They must clearly state their certification level and that of the manufacturer, along with providing the manufacturer's CAGE code. The contractor must also ensure the rods are free of mercury contamination.
Funding for this firm-fixed-price contract is estimated between $200,000 and $300,000. Bids must be submitted by the due date, stated as July 29th, 2024, or July 15th, 2024, as mentioned in one of the files. The government will evaluate bids based on their ability to meet the meticulous technical requirements, with pricing being a secondary consideration.
For clarification or technical queries, bidders should contact LINA CRUZ at LINA.1.CRUZ@DLA.MIL or 360-813-9267.
This opportunity is a Small Business Set-Aside, aiming to procure specialized welding rods for the defense sector, with meticulous attention to detail required to meet the stringent standards outlined.