MOORING BITT
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Puget Sound has issued a Solicitation for MOORING BITTs to be delivered to Bremerton, WA. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The primary requirement is for HTS/HSS 12" diameter double mooring bitt barrels. Offers are due by May 20, 2026, at 04:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks MOORING BITTs, specifically HTS/HSS 12" DIAMETER DOUBLE MOORING BITT BARRELS INSTALLED ON A PLATE (AT LEAST 5/8" THICK HTS/HSS) THAT IS 53" X 29" IN SIZE. Key specifications include:
- Nominal bitt size: 12" diameter.
- Maximum size synth rotpe: 8.
- Maximum moment (LB-F): 1901.
- Minimum safety factor of 3 for ultimate tensile strength.
- Material: ASTM A618 GRADE 1 (BITT).
A reference drawing (
26Q7297_REF DWG.pdf) provides detailed specifications, diagrams, dimensions, and material requirements for manufacturing or procuring these components.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation, Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product Service Code: 9515 (Plate, Sheet, Strip, Foil, And Leaf).
- NAICS Code: 331221 (Size Standard: 1000).
- Quantity: 4 Each.
- Delivery: FOB Destination, requested by June 1, 2026.
- Inspection Level: QA 4 - 7 days inspection.
- Offers Due: May 20, 2026, 04:00 PM.
- Published Date: May 18, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must include a completed and signed solicitation, manufacturer details, country of origin, and lead time for delivery (FOB destination). Quotes must be submitted via email to TRICIA.WINTERSTEEN@DLA.MIL. Evaluation will be based on Technical, Price, and Past Performance, with the technically acceptable offer being most advantageous to the Government.
Additional Notes
Payment will be made via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), which is also required for invoicing and receiving reports. Contractors require a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credential for base access. Liability insurance requirements are detailed in Section C, and specific packaging and marking requirements are outlined in Section D.