ContractCombined Synopsis/SolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Hydrogen Fluoride Ion Cleaning Nozzles

DEPT OF DEFENSE N68520-25-SIMACQ-JC00000-0397
Response Deadline
Sep 25, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, specifically the Fleet Readiness Center of the Navy, is seeking proposals for the procurement of Hydrogen Fluoride Ion Cleaning services for T64 and F404 turbine nozzles. The objective is to effectively clean high and low-pressure nozzles to remove oxides and sulfides, ensuring they meet specific denudation layer requirements for subsequent repairs. This cleaning process is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of aircraft components, particularly for the Marine Corps Air Station in Cherry Point, North Carolina. Interested small businesses, particularly Women-Owned Small Businesses, must submit their quotes by contacting Jeffrey Smith at jeffrey.t.smith6.civ@us.navy.mil, with the solicitation number N6852025Q1015 detailing the requirements and deadlines for proposals.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
488190
Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
PSC Code
J016
MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES

Solicitation Documents

3 Files
Attachment 2 - GFPN6852025Q1015_1.pdf
PDF13 KBSep 16, 2025
AI Summary
The GFP Attachment provides details for Solicitation Number N6852025Q1015, initiated on September 10, 2025. This attachment lists 15 provisioned items, primarily consisting of various Stage 3, F404 High Pressure, and F404 Low Pressure Turbine Nozzles. Each item is described with its NSN, CAGE Code (65923), and Part Number, indicating they are not serially managed, are classified as 'Use As-Is' property, and are upgradable. All listed items have a quantity of one (1) EACH. The document serves as a comprehensive inventory of government-furnished property for the specified solicitation.
Attachment 1 - Statement of Work (SOW).pdf
PDF1671 KBSep 16, 2025
AI Summary
The document outlines a Statement of Work for Hydrogen Fluoride (HF) ion activated gas cleaning of T64 and F404 turbine nozzles for the Fleet Readiness Center East (FRC-E) at MCAS Cherry Point, NC. The purpose is to remove oxides and sulfides for subsequent braze repairs on nickel, cobalt, and iron base super alloy components. The contractor must perform the cleaning to specific denudation layer requirements (0.0005-0.001 inches deep, free from yttrium, titanium, and aluminum) and return the parts within 10 business days, or 20 if additional cleaning cycles are needed. If oxides remain, grit blasting and reprocessing are required. The document lists specific Stage 3 Turbine Nozzles and F404 High and Low Pressure Turbine Nozzle Segments to be serviced. Packaging and shipping must comply with ASTM-D-3951 and include specific markings. The document also provides customer, technical, and shipping points of contact, along with WAWF invoicing instructions.
RFQ SF 1449 - N6852025Q1015.pdf
PDF1853 KBSep 16, 2025
AI Summary
This government solicitation (N6852025Q1015) is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Hydrogen Fluoride Cleaning of T64 Stage 3 and F404 High and Low Pressure Turbine Nozzles. The acquisition is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and has a North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code of 488190 with a size standard of $40,000,000.00. The contract includes a base period of 8 months and an option to extend for an additional 12 months, with performance dates from October 2025 to May 2027. Key contacts are Jeffrey Smith (Contract Specialist) and Adam Coombs (Procuring Contracting Officer). Kevin Smith is the Government Technical Point of Contact and Inspector/Acceptor. Offers will be evaluated based on technical solutions and price, with a focus on compliance with the Statement of Work paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2. All payment requests will be processed electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) as firm-fixed price invoices and receiving reports.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedSep 16, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineSep 25, 2025
expiryArchive DateOct 10, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
FLEET READINESS CENTER

Point of Contact

Name
Jeffrey Smith

Place of Performance

UNITED STATES

Official Sources