Absorbent Material Raw Supply (Polypropylene, Sorbent Fibers)

The contract is a Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 313230, issued by the Department of Defense through DLA Aviation, for the supply of raw materials including polypropylene fibers, synthetic sorbents, and non-woven fabrics essential for manufacturing absorbent pads to meet an annual demand of 973 kilotons. It is structured as a subcontract and is exclusively available to small businesses, ensuring eligibility and participation by qualifying small enterprises in fulfilling the ongoing production requirements. The materials are critical to maintaining continuous manufacturing operations and must be delivered to support steady supply chain function without interruption. The solicitation was posted on August 7, 2026, with a response deadline of August 24, 2026, requiring interested bidders to submit proposals within this window. The place of performance and specific office address details are not provided, indicating that delivery logistics may be coordinated based on the contractor’s operational capabilities. The contract’s purpose centers on securing a reliable, scalable source of specialized raw materials, emphasizing consistency in quality and volume to meet the Defense Logistics Agency’s substantial and sustained demand. Bidders must demonstrate capacity, compliance, and the ability to sustain production at scale under the terms outlined in the solicitation.