Epoxy coating

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is procuring epoxy coating products through a brand name requirement for AkzoNobel coatings. This solicitation requires specific epoxy coating materials including various color specifications such as haze gray, dark gray, white, and summer grade variants, with products including Interbond 998, Intergard 264, and polysiloxane finishes. Only authorized distributors of AkzoNobel products may respond to this requirement, and vendors must provide an authorized distributor letter from AkzoNobel with their quote. All coating products must meet specific military specifications (MIL-PRF-23236, MIL-PRD-24635) and maintain a minimum of 85% shelf life remaining at time of delivery. The solicitation was posted on June 30, 2025, with offers due by July 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM, and delivery required by July 31, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside, restricting participation to qualified small businesses that are authorized AkzoNobel distributors. The brand name requirement is justified because AkzoNobel is positioned as the only manufacturer capable of producing materials in accordance with NAVSEA instructions, with specific requirements that primer coats must be from the same manufacturer as other coats in the system. The solicitation includes multiple line items with quantities ranging from 2 to 10 kits per line item across various epoxy coating specifications. Performance will take place in Japan, specifically with delivery to the SRF and JRMC Yokosuka facility. The procurement supports the SRF JMC cleaning and painting process, which requires International Paint products as part of the AkzoNobel system, and vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.