Steel grit

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is procuring 100 drums of high carbon cast steel grit, size G50, through solicitation SPMYM225Q1934. The procurement requires new manufactured material meeting specific hardness requirements of 54-61 HRC, with each drum containing 1,600 pounds and requiring poly-lined steel drum packaging. Contractors must provide a Certificate of Compliance, comply with NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity requirements unless the items qualify as Commercial Off The Shelf, and meet comprehensive federal regulations including supply chain traceability and telecommunications equipment restrictions. The solicitation requires completion of all documentation including cage codes, lead times, manufacturer information, and country of origin, with quotes due by June 12, 2025. Evaluation will be based on the completeness of the solicitation packet, technical specifications compliance, and the contractor's ability to meet the required delivery timeline and quality standards.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, with Ervin Industries, Inc. identified as the sole source manufacturer based on previous testing that demonstrated material compatibility with existing shipyard blast machines. While no specific contract value is mentioned in the available documents, the procurement involves delivery to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & IMF Hazardous Receiving in Bremerton, Washington, with a required delivery date of June 20, 2025. The contract includes a 45-day inspection period and requires 100% sampling and testing protocols with specific hardness testing requirements for quality assurance. The justification for sole sourcing emphasizes the pre-established compatibility of Ervin Industries' product, which reduces testing needs and minimizes risks associated with introducing materials from alternative manufacturers that could potentially disrupt production schedules or damage equipment.