BACKING RINGS
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 Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound (FLCPS), under the Department of the Navy, is issuing a solicitation (N0040626Q0229) for Pipe Fittings, specifically Backing Rings, Butt Weld Sleeves, Sleeves, Flanges, and Couplings. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The government anticipates awarding a firm, fixed-price contract. Quotes are due by June 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the procurement of various pipe fitting components, including:
- Backing Rings
- Butt Weld Sleeves
- Sleeves
- Flanges
- Couplings
Specific line items (CLINs 0001-0006) detail requirements for materials such as CU-NI 90/10 and CU-NI 70/30, pressure ratings, and adherence to specifications like MIL-STD-22 and MIL-F-20042. A "SPEC SHEET IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF QUOTE FOR CUSTOMER REVIEW" for each item. Packaging, marking, and shipping must comply with ASTM-D-3951 and Defense Transportation Regulation (DTR) 4500.9-R. Unique Item Identification (UII) requirements are also detailed.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Solicitation Number: N0040626Q0229
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332919 (Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Quote Due Date: June 4, 2026, 10:00 AM (Pacific Time)
- Anticipated Award Date: June 20, 2026
- Delivery Date: On or Before June 12, 2026 (FOB Origin)
- Published Date: May 26, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
All responsible sources may submit a quotation. Questions regarding the solicitation or specifications must be submitted via email to Jeannine Cunningham at Jeannine.l.cunningham.civ@us.navy.mil at least three days prior to the solicitation close date. Quotes/proposals should be submitted via WAWF. Evaluation factors, in no order of relative importance, include: technical (including delivery date), price, and past performance (including SPRS rating). A single award will be made for all items; quotes for less than the entire effort may be deemed unacceptable. Offerors must note any exceptions to the solicitation's terms.
Additional Notes
Drawings, references, and TGIs will not be provided directly due to distribution restrictions. Quoters listed on the Joint Certification Program (JCP) website may request these by providing their CAGE code and DD-2345 for their data custodian. Instructions for JCP registration are available at https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov to receive an award. Invoices will be submitted via WAWF.