Di-N-Butyl Sebacate (DBS) - Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) is conducting a market survey to identify sources for domestically manufactured Di-N-Butyl Sebacate (DBS), a chemical compound that must meet the specifications outlined in Military Specification MIL-DTL-82669B. This sources sought notice, issued by the Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command, requires potential contractors to test their DBS products against an external certified and traceable standard using gas chromatography (GC) testing performed on the same instrument with identical methods and calibration. Interested companies must submit comprehensive capability information including company brochures, product literature, contact details, business size classification, taxpayer identification number, UEI number, and CAGE code. The government emphasizes that this market survey does not constitute a formal solicitation and carries no commitment for future procurement. All responses must be submitted via email to Bridget Taylor at the NSWC IHD no later than 3:00 p.m. EST on July 9, 2025.

This procurement opportunity does not include any set-aside designations, making it available to businesses of all sizes to respond to the market survey. The notice does not identify any current incumbents or existing contractors for this requirement, nor does it specify potential award values, budget ranges, or quantities of DBS needed. The government reserves the right to reject any or all submissions from this market survey and is not obligated to notify respondents of the survey results. If a formal solicitation is eventually issued, it will be published separately as a distinct procurement action. Large file submissions must be compressed using WinZip format to facilitate electronic transmission to the government point of contact.