The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), intends to award a sole-source contract to Aurorium LLC (dba Vertellus LLC) for the procurement of di-n-butyl sebacate (DBS). The contract requires the delivery of 21,000 lbs of DBS, packaged in 275-gallon IBC totes, which must meet Military Specification MIL-DTL-82669B(OS) and adhere to stringent testing protocols prior to delivery. This chemical is critical for various military applications, emphasizing the importance of quality assurance and compliance with military and federal regulations. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities by November 29, 2024, at 10 AM EST, and direct inquiries to Nicole Coleman at nicole.coleman@navy.mil. The contract will be awarded on a firm fixed price basis, with negotiations conducted under noncompetitive procedures.