WAX, REED
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, issued a solicitation for WAX, REED (P/N# 87070). The required quantity has been increased from 5 CN to 11 CN. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The response date was April 23, 2026, with the solicitation last updated on May 5, 2026, indicating the deadline has passed or an amendment was issued after the original closing date. Potential bidders should contact the contracting officer for current status.
Scope of Work
This contract/purchase order covers the manufacture of WAX, REED, which must meet the material and physical requirements specified on drawing p/n 87070 cage 2W839. Marking of items must comply with applicable Military Standards, including MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5. Configuration control is required per MIL-STD-973. The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with Government Source Inspection (FAR 52.246-2) mandated. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD 2073. If an alternate commercial brand name item is proposed, a complete technical description is required for government review.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 20:30 UTC (Past Due)
- Published/Last Updated: May 5, 2026, 16:50 UTC
- FOB: Destination
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) using an Invoice and Receiving Report (Combo).
Key Requirements & Notes
- Quantity: 11 CN (5 GAL per CN) of P/N# 87070 WAX, REED.
- Shipping: The contractor is liable for all shipping expenses. A critical note states that the material will separate and become unusable if it freezes; therefore, UPS Overnight shipping is required from October through May.
- Cybersecurity: Compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level Requirements (NOV 2025) is noted.
- Document Issuance: Contractual documents are considered issued when deposited in mail, transmitted by facsimile, or sent via other electrocommerce methods (e.g., email).
- This is not an FMS (Foreign Military Sales) requirement.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: JOSHUA.D.MARTIN4@NAVY.MIL, 717-605-4356