FY25_OFII_DiButyl Sebacate (DBS)
ID: N00174-25-SIMACQ-M4-0006Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing (325199)

PSC

CHEMICALS (6810)

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https://sam.gov/opp/dbdda71942774ce595033093235670fe/view
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    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.

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    Nicole Coleman
    nicole.coleman@navy.mil
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    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) seeks to procure domestically produced di-n-butyl sebacate (DBS) meeting Military Specification MIL-DTL-82669B(OS). Key requirements include specific chemical and physical properties, a total quantity of 21,000 lbs packaged in 275-gallon IBC totes, and adherence to thorough testing protocols prior to delivery. The contractor is responsible for all aspects of manufacture and transport, including compliance with safety and quality assurance standards. Deliveries must include detailed documentation such as Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheets. NSWC IHD reserves the right to inspect and sample all received shipments, with provisions for rejection if standards are not met. Furthermore, all contractors must comply with security measures for base access, and timely delivery is expected within four weeks post-contract award. The document outlines the importance of adherence to military and federal regulations as part of the contracting process, which further underscores the significance of quality assurance in government procurement.
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