Small Business Set-Aside for Albermarle Brand Lithium Hydroxide Per Attachments
ID: N61331-25-T-JK08Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTERPANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, 32407-7001, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

PSC

CHEMICALS (6810)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/01b7cf64e91145f69f136a6d8709ba3a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center, is seeking quotes from qualified small businesses for a firm fixed-price contract to procure 200 lbs of Lithium Hydroxide from the Albermarle brand. This procurement is a total small business set-aside, emphasizing the unique qualifications of the Albermarle brand due to specific particle size requirements that are critical for chemical performance in system testing. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to the primary contact, Jamell L. Kilgore, by the deadline of January 3, 2025, at 11 AM Central Time, ensuring compliance with all outlined requirements, including invoicing through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and providing a CAGE code. The estimated contract value is under $25,000, and the award will be based on the best value to the government, considering pricing, delivery, quality, and past performance.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jamell L. Kilgore
    jamell.l.kilgore.civ@us.navy.mil
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    C12 - Supply Clauses.pdf
    The document outlines contract stipulations pertaining to federal contracts, including delivery, invoicing, and administrative responsibilities under the NAVSEA guidelines. Key topics encompass various compliance requirements for contractors, such as obligations related to electronic payment submission, limitations on influencing government transactions, subcontracts, and safeguarding sensitive information. Section F specifies delivery terms, while Section G addresses payment request protocols through the Wide Area Workflow system. Section I emphasizes essential contract clauses, including prohibitions against certain types of corporations and responsibilities related to trafficking and cybersecurity. Sections K and L focus on representations and bidder instructions, mandating contractors to submit necessary certifications. Additionally, the document provides administrative contact points, holiday operational protocols, and invoicing guidelines, emphasizing the segregation of costs and timely communication with contracting authorities. Overall, this document serves as a comprehensive guide for contractors engaged with the federal government, ensuring adherence to regulations while facilitating contract performance, transparency, and accountability. The structured approach, covering numerous regulations and administrative responsibilities, highlights the complexities involved in federal contracting processes.
    C14 - Redacted Brand Name Justification.pdf
    The document outlines a brand name justification for procuring 200 lbs of Lithium Hydroxide from Albermarle by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC-PCD). The acquisition is being conducted as a firm fixed-price contract under simplified acquisition procedures, with an estimated value under $25,000. The unique qualifications of the Albermarle brand are emphasized due to the specific particle size requirements impacting chemical performance in system testing. The Contracting Officer has determined that this procurement represents the best value for the government, as Albermarle is the only brand that meets the necessary standards. Consequently, the acquisition will not be publicly advertised, given the estimated value. There are no additional facts supporting the justification, and no barriers are expected to arise in future procurements. Overall, this document serves to formally justify the need for a single-source acquisition of the specified product.
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