International Paint Brands

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking potential vendors for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide specialized marine-grade epoxy-polyamide International Paint brands for the Naval Foundry and Propeller Center. Specifically, the procurement requires three paint colors (Red, Blue, and Black) of International Interspeed 640, which must meet MIL-PRF-24647E specifications. Interested businesses are required to submit capability statements by 4:30 PM EST on May 6, 2025, via email to shain.t.quigley.civ@us.navy.mil. The capability statements must not exceed three pages and should include company details, ownership type, contact information, CAGE Code, DUNS Number, and one example of prior experience delivering similar products. Evaluation criteria will focus on the vendor's ability to meet technical specifications, demonstrate relevant experience, and provide required documentation.

The pre-solicitation notice does not currently specify a specific set-aside designation, indicating the opportunity may be open to various business types. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) with a maximum quantity of 25 gallons per color per year for five years, to be delivered to the Naval Foundry and Propeller Center in Philadelphia, PA. Contractors must provide Certificates of Compliance and Analysis, maintain 80% shelf life upon delivery, and be ISO 9001 certified. Delivery orders will require paint to be delivered within two weeks of order placement, with strict security requirements including background checks and escorted site access. Delivery hours are limited to 06:30 AM and 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and contractors must adhere to Operations Security (OPSEC) protocols. The anticipated award date and specific contract value have not yet been determined in this sources sought stage.