Brass Rods.

This is a Sources Sought Synopsis. This synopsis neither constitutes a Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the Government from an ultimate acquisition approach. This synopsis should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose. Requests for solicitation will not receive a response. All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any input as a result of this market survey. The U.S. Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this survey. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, a solicitation notice will be published. No award will be made as a result of this market survey.



The Indian Head Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC IHD) is seeking potential sources and pricing for Brass Rods (Specification QQ-B-626).





The Contractor shall be responsible for producing the Brass Rods according to Specification Number QQ-B-626. The Brass Rods must meet all requirements specified in the specification with the following exceptions:



• Brass Rod, Copper Alloy 260/C26000 Per Specification QQ-B-626 EXCEPT Temper 081 to ASTM B36, Grain Size .035 MM Maximum, Quantity/Form: 1,500 pounds supplied as 1.700 inch diameter x 12 foot long rods. A certification of analysis will be required for chemical and mechanical properties to include tensile strength, hardness Rockwell B and grain size.



• Brass Rod, Copper Alloy 260/C26000 Per Specification QQ-B-626 EXCEPT Temper 081 to ASTM B36, Grain Size .035 MM Maximum, Quantity/Form: 1,000 pounds supplied as 1.300 inch diameter x 12 foot long rods.

A certification of analysis will be required for chemical and mechanical properties to include tensile strength, hardness Rockwell B and grain size.



All interested sources shall provide a summary of their company’s capabilities including organization name, address, capability, personnel, and past experience. It is also required to provide a point of contact, phone number, fax number, e-mail address, business size, taxpayer identification number, DUNS number, and CAGE Code.



All responding sources must email their response submissions no later than 12th of May 2011 to:



1) Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division

Attn: Pete Margiotta, Code: E26PM1

101 Strauss Ave

Building 1557

Indian Head, MD 20640

301-744-2134

Peter.margiotta@navy.mil



2) NSWC Indian Head Division

Attn: Jackie Payne, Contract Specialist

4072 North Jackson Road, Bldg.

1558

Indian Head, MD 20640-5035

jacqueline.payne@navy.mil





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