Heat Treatment and Mechanical Property Testing of E81 Tube and Cap Material at the Watervliet Arsenal, Watervliet NY.

Solicitation W911PT27QA015 is a request for quotes for the heat treatment and mechanical property testing of E81 Tube and Cap material, specifically utilizing Ferrium M54 Alloy Steel per SAE AMS6516. The scope of work involves the processing of an estimated 13 rough machined tubes and 7 rough machined basecaps, including the manufacture of tensile and charpy specimens to validate mechanical properties according to drawing 12902048 Rev. XA and ASTM standards E8/E8M, E18, and E23. The period of performance is scheduled from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027, with a total award amount of 26,000 dollars. Performance will take place at the Watervliet Arsenal in New York, and the contract is designated as FOB Destination. Key requirements include strict adherence to marking and traceability standards, where shop numbers and A/B identifiers must be engraved or stamped on the tubes and specimens. Deliverables consist of heat treatment certificates, certificates of conformance, certified test reports, and detailed heat treatment data including soak times and fixturing photographs. All invoicing and receiving reports must be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Evaluation for award will heavily weigh the contractor's ability to meet a critical delivery schedule and provide quality products that conform to the contract. Additionally, contractors must comply with strict security protocols, including the signing of non-disclosure agreements for all personnel and adherence to OSHA VPP safety rules at the Arsenal. Access to technical drawings requires an active DD Form 2345 and a valid CAGE code.