Mercury-Based Component Supply

The contract pertains to the supply of elemental mercury, designated as AL MERCURY, which is critical for the manufacturing and maintenance of batteries, sensors, instruments, and weapon systems, all of which must conform to the National Stock Number NSN 4820011817761 specifications. This subcontract is issued under the Department of Defense through the MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN organization and falls under the NAICS code 325180, indicating its classification within the chemical manufacturing sector. The solicitation was posted on July 26, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 6, 2026, requiring interested parties to submit proposals within this window to be considered for award. The product must meet stringent quality and purity standards appropriate for defense-critical applications, and performance is expected to align with the operational demands of military systems. Although the place of performance and point of contact details are not provided, the contract is accessible through the DIBBS system via the provided link, which serves as the official portal for submission and correspondence. The absence of a set-aside designation suggests the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors without restriction based on business size or ownership type.