Metal Rods, Bars, and Tubes, Various Alloys and Sizes

UT-Battelle, LLC, acting as the Management and Operations Contractor for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory under the Department of Energy, is soliciting proposals under RFQ PR501302 for the procurement of metal rods, bars, and tubes in various alloys and sizes. This combined acquisition, categorized under NAICS code 423510, supports a DOE-funded project and allows for brand name or equal domestic equivalents. The procurement process requires submissions by September 9, 2026, and is managed by primary point of contact Brittanie Mack-Brewster. The contract is governed by a comprehensive set of regulatory requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation and specific DOE prime flowdown clauses. Selected vendors must adhere to strict compliance standards regarding the Buy American Act for supplies exceeding 15,000 dollars, export control classifications, and prohibitions on specific telecommunications equipment. The agreement incorporates detailed terms and conditions for commercial products and services, covering warranty and inspection requirements, dispute resolution, and payment processing via the Ariba Network. Offerors are required to complete abbreviated representations and certifications to verify their organizational status and compliance with federal labor and trade laws.