56--GRATING,METAL
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ) for GRATING, METAL (NSN 1HM 5670-01-561-5782). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks bids for the manufacture and supply of specific metal grating. Award will be based on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Quotations are due by close of business on May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture and design of metal grating to meet specified requirements. Key specifications include:
- Material: 6061-T6 ALUMINUM ALLOY MOD
- Design Load: 300 LBS
- Size: 3 FOOT WIDE BY 7 FOOT MATERIAL
- Unit of Issue: SHEET (SH)
- Part Number: M18014 TBCAS2(MOD)1INX3/16IN
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD-2073 and other referenced standards (e.g., MIL-PRF-23199, MIL-STD-767, MIL-STD-2041). Fire retardant packaging is no longer required.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government.
- Mercury Exclusion: Mercury or mercury-containing compounds shall not be intentionally added or come into direct contact with hardware.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Delivery: 180 days from the issue date.
- FOB: Destination.
- Pricing Validity: Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified by the offeror.
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, by close of business.
- Published Date: May 7, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical requirements are detailed in Sections C, D, E, and attachments of the solicitation. An order of precedence is established for resolving document conflicts (Amendments > Schedule > Terms > IRPOD/MPS > STRS > Drawings > Specifications). Vendor waiver/deviation requests must include justification and evaluation demonstrating no impact on quality, form, fit, or function.
Additional Notes
This procurement includes clauses for Item Unique Identification and Valuation, Inspection of Supplies (Fixed-Price), Wide Area Workflow Payment Instructions, and Transportation of Supplies by Sea. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level Requirements (NOV 2025) and Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (FEB 2026) apply. Offerors must complete Annual Representations and Certifications. This is a request for information, and submitted quotations are not considered offers. For inquiries, contact Rebecca Aglow at REBECCA.AGLOW@NAVY.MIL or (771) 229-0088.