SILVER ANODES
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 an Award Notice for the sole source procurement of Silver Anodes. This acquisition was conducted as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for SILVER ANODE (+99% PURITY, AS CAST ANNEALED, 6" WIDE X 15" LONG X 0.250" THICK WITH 1/4" HANGING HOLE CENTERED ON 6" SIDE). These anodes are for tank electroplating and must be compatible in form, fit, and function with existing systems, requiring DRY SHIPMENT and DRY STORAGE. The specific Part Number is SA-156-250, manufactured by VES. The quantity procured was 4 Each.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price, Sole Source acquisition.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS Code: 331410, Size Standard: 1000).
- Estimated Delivery: 24 March 2026.
Acquisition Process
The procurement was justified as a sole source due to the item being a direct replacement part for existing brand name equipment, with the identified company (VES COMPANY, INC.) having a history of meeting requirements. The solicitation (SPMYM226Q5815) was issued on March 16, 2026, with offers due by March 17, 2026, 11:00 AM. Proposals were evaluated based on Technical, Price, and Performance factors.
Additional Notes
The contract requires compliance with various FAR and DFARS clauses. Payments will be made via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), and contractors require a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credential for base access. Specific instructions for packaging, marking, and shipment are detailed in Sections D and F of the solicitation.