How to bid on Aluminum Powder and Polyacrylic Elastomer for the DEPT of the Navy

What the Navy is buying and why it matters

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) in Indian Head, Maryland, is seeking brand-name Aluminum Powder Type III and Polyacrylic Elastomer. This is a solicitation for commercial products. The agency intends to award a firm-fixed-price (FFP) purchase order using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

This opportunity is for vendors who can supply these specific brand-name materials. The purchase order will be awarded on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, meaning the lowest priced quote that meets all technical requirements will be selected.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

Quotes for RFQ N0017426Q1081 are due by August 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Late quotes will not be considered.

The government intends to evaluate all timely quotes received from eligible vendors and award a purchase order without discussion. This means your initial submission should be complete and competitive.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is set aside for eligible small businesses. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 3325998, with an associated small business size standard of 650 employees.

This opportunity is suitable for firms that can supply the exact brand-name Aluminum Powder Type III and Polyacrylic Elastomer as specified in the solicitation. Vendors must be registered and have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” above. If the first click takes you to a homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for many bids this is not required.

Quote packages must be sent via email to [email protected]. Your submission must include a cover sheet with your Official Company Name, Point of Contact (name, email, phone), and your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code.

Tips for a competitive response

Since this is a brand-name mandatory requirement and will be awarded on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, ensure your quote strictly adheres to the required specifications and the exact brand specified in the Statement of Work. Any deviation could render your quote technically unacceptable.

Your quote must include all applicable costs, including shipping and handling. Double-check all calculations to ensure your price is accurate and competitive. Because the government intends to award without discussion, your initial price must be your best and final offer.

Carefully review all provisions and clauses incorporated through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01 and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) DPN 20260507 to ensure full compliance.