Methylenebis

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Joint Munitions Command is seeking a solicitation for METHYLENEBIS (2,2' Methylenebis (4-Methyl-6-Tertiarybutyl Phenol)), commonly known as AO2246, in accordance with specification WS 23151. The chemical is to be procured for use in explosive manufacturing, specifically for PBXN-109 plastic-bonded explosives. Qualified manufacturers for this procurement are limited to those listed in MIL-DTL-82886A Table VI, including Cytec Industries Inc (Cyanox 2246), Raschig (Ralox 46), and PMC Specialties (CAO-5). Bids must be submitted via email to andrea.jones36.civ@army.mil by May 20, 2025, and must include a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for the chemical. Contractors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for the contract.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, targeting smaller manufacturers within the All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing NAICS category (325199). The goods will be delivered in 30-to-40-pound bags, with the place of performance specified as FOB Destination at McAlester Ammunition Plant in McAlester, Oklahoma. Potential bidders are required to account for every item in their bid submission to be considered, and are advised to check the SAM.gov website daily for any potential solicitation changes. While specific award values are not detailed in the notice, the procurement appears to be for a specialized chemical used in military munitions production. Contractors should carefully review the attached SF1449 solicitation document for exact requirements and specifications of the chemical procurement.