N0038326PR0R257

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure commercial and industrial gas cylinders, specifically heavy gauge metal tanks, under opportunity N0038326PR0R257. This pre-solicitation notice indicates that the agency is in the preliminary stages of preparing a formal solicitation for these items, allowing interested contractors to review the requirements and prepare their proposals accordingly. The procurement falls under NAICS code 332420 (Metal Tank Heavy Gauge Manufacturing) and PSC code 8120 (Commercial and Industrial Gas Cylinders), indicating the specialized nature of the required products. While specific evaluation criteria have not been detailed in this pre-solicitation notice, interested parties should anticipate standard federal procurement evaluation factors such as price, technical capability, past performance, and compliance with quality standards. The pre-solicitation was posted on March 26, 2026, with a due date of April 9, 2026, providing a two-week window for potential contractors to submit questions or express interest before the formal solicitation is released.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation, meaning it is open to all eligible contractors regardless of small business status or ownership classification. The pre-solicitation notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or current service providers, though this information may be clarified in the formal solicitation documents. The notice specifies a quantity of 15 units with FOB (Free on Board) delivery terms, though the total contract value has not been disclosed at this stage. No specific timeline for delivery or service completion has been provided in the pre-solicitation notice. Interested contractors should monitor SAM.gov and Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) for the release of the formal solicitation, which typically follows within several weeks of the pre-solicitation posting.