CLOTH, REFRASIL

SOL #: N4215826QE050Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD GF
PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23709-1001, United States

Place of Performance

Portsmouth, VA

NAICS

Textile and Fabric Finishing Mills (313310)

PSC

Textile Fabrics (8305)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
May 22, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
May 29, 2026, 3:00 PM

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 Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), a component of the Department of the Navy, intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract for 450 yards of CLOTH, REFRASIL (HITCO PRODUCT CODE UC100-96GRNS/2). This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside and a Brand Name Sole Source requirement for Hitco Carbon Composites REFRASIL cloth, specifically for naval nuclear work. Quotes are due by May 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for 450 yards of CLOTH, REFRASIL, specifically HITCO PRODUCT CODE UC100-96GRNS/2. The material must be:

  • APL Qualified.
  • Coated in MEDIUM GREEN.
  • Heavyweight, fire-resistant, and abrasion-resistant silica-glass cloth.
  • Mercury-free. A Certificate of Compliance is required. This material is for Organization 2305 - Nuclear Engineering FY26.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
  • Quantity: 450 Yards
  • Delivery: On or before October 1, 2026
  • Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside
  • Response Due: May 29, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
  • Published: May 22, 2026

Evaluation Criteria

Award will be made to the Lowest-Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offeror. Technical acceptability will be evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis, considering Price, Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance. The vendor's proposed price must be determined fair and reasonable.

Submission Requirements

Offerors must submit the following via email to the designated point of contact:

  • A completed Solicitation (SF 1449) N4215826QE050.
  • A completed Capability Statement.
  • A completed Continuation Sheet.
  • A vendor quote detailing additional information and specifications.
  • A completed "TECHNICAL CAPABILITY/CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY CERTIFICATION" by initialing, confirming compliance with all specifications.

Quotes must be all-inclusive, remain valid for 30 days, and include the company's name, address, UEI number, CAGE code, and telephone number.

Additional Notes

This is a Brand Name Sole Source requirement for Hitco Carbon Composites REFRASIL cloth, as it is specifically listed on the Westinghouse PAD Consolidated Approved Products List (CAPL) for naval nuclear work. Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to award and remain registered through final payment.

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Points of Contact

Chad R. GodwinSECONDARY

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: May 22, 2026
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