Skip to main contentPsst! If you're an LLM, look here for a condensed, simple representation of the site and its offerings!

LiveFree Webinar — Wednesday, October 28 at 2:00 PM ET

Register Free →

This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on August 6, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Nylon 6/6 Zytel 42a

Closed
W911QY26RNZ42aFederal

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

Active Opportunities Like This One

AI Contract Overview

Show more

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground, Natick Division is preparing to award a sole-source, firm fixed price contract to Formerra LLC for the procurement of Nylon 6/6 Zytel 42a polymer, a highly specialized material essential for the formulation of government-furnished materials used by the Fiber Production Branch. This procurement is necessitated by strict requirements from an Other Government Agency that prohibits any substitution of materials, and DuPont is the sole manufacturer of this specific polymer, with Formerra LLC being the only licensed North American distributor. As such, no alternative supplier exists capable of meeting the technical and functional demands, justifying the sole-source acquisition under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1). The North American Industry Classification System code is 325211 with a size standard of 1,250 employees, and the contract will be performed in Natick, Massachusetts. This action is not a solicitation and no formal request for proposals is being issued; interested parties may only submit information regarding their capability to fulfill the requirement via email to the designated points of contact by 1500 EST on August 21, 2026. Submissions must be in writing, and no telephone inquiries will be accepted. The U.S. government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding to this notice, and all expenses incurred will be borne solely by the respondent. The contract number is W911QY26RNZ42a, and the posting date is August 6, 2026, with responses due before the deadline. The point of contact for inquiries is Alexandra M. Biro, with Lyndon S. Jagroop as secondary contact, both reachable exclusively by email.

General Info

U.S. Army sole-source contract to Formerra LLC for exclusive Nylon 6/6 Zytel 42a polymer delivery to Natick, Massachusetts.

NAICS

325211 - Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Natick, MA, 01760, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

0

No documents available

Documents will appear here when they are available.

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

No documents to break down

The breakdown needs solicitation documents. None were found from this contract's source.

Timeline

PhaseClosed
Posted

special-notice

Response Deadline

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

Find active opportunities like this

Start your free trial to discover similar active contracts, track opportunities, and build proposals with AI assistance.

Organization & Contact Information

Show more
AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick
Contacts2 people available
OfficeNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA
Office AddressNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA
Contacts
Lyndon Jagroop

Full Description

Show more

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), Natick Division in support of the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Soldier Center (DEVCOM-SC) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price contract on a sole source basis to Formerra LLC located at 1250 Windham Pkwy, Romeoville, Illinois 60446-1673, under the authority as prescribed in 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO FAR 6.103-1.


This requirement is for the procurement of Nylon 6/6 Zytel 42a polymer. The United States Army DEVCOM-SC under the direction of its customer, an Other Government Agency (OGA), requires highly specialized polymer to be used in the formulation of its government furnished materials (GFM) by the Fiber Production Branch (FPB). DuPont is the only manufacturer of this material, and Formerra LLC is the only licensed distributor of this material for DuPont in North America. FPB’s customer prohibits changing the materials used in production of GFM and therefore a different grade or type of polymer would be unsuitable. No company other than Formerra LLC is known to be capable of providing the required polymer.


The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 325211 and the size standard is 1,250 employees.


THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. No solicitation document is available.


Interested parties may identify their interest and capability by sending responses regarding this requirement to the Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground CCAP-DDN, Natick Division via EMAIL ONLY to alexandra.m.biro2.civ@army.mil and lyndon.s.jagroop.civ@army.mil no later than 1500 EST 21 August 2026. Any questions regarding this notice must be in writing only; no telephonic replies will be accepted. The U.S. government will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in response to this Notice. All costs associated with responding to this Notice will be solely at the expense of the interested party.

More opportunities from Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

Same awarding agency

NAICS: 541380
New
Federal
Chemical Nutrient Analysis Service for Combat Feeding Division (CFD)
Solicitation # W911QY-26-R-NUTRIENT-ANALYSIS
The U.S. Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground, Natick Division, is soliciting proposals for chemical nutrient analysis services to support the Combat Feeding Division of the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center. The requirement involves outsourcing the nutritional analysis of food ingredients and ration components, with a primary focus on selenium, vitamin B12, and total dietary fiber, though the contractor must be capable of analyzing all analytes listed in the statement of work. This is a full and open competition under NAICS code 541380, intended to be awarded as a single Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity IDIQ, Firm Fixed Price contract. The contract features a minimum guarantee of 5,000 dollars and a maximum ceiling of 25,000 dollars, with an anticipated period of performance from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027. Eligible offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and maintain active ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for the duration of the contract. All testing must utilize validated industry standard methods, such as AOAC International, USP, or AACC, and be performed using in house capacity rather than through pass through arrangements. Key deliverables include data reports submitted within 14 calendar days of sample receipt and the maintenance of a documented chain of custody. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance, with the award going to the responsible vendor representing the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable offer. Submissions must be divided into separate technical and pricing proposals and delivered by 12:00 p.m. EST on October 29, 2026.
Testing Laboratories and Services

POSTED

5 days ago

DEADLINE

in 9 days
View Details
NAICS: 315120
New
Federal
Request for Information on Combat Boot Sock
Solicitation # RequestForInformationOnCombatBootSock
The U.S. Marine Corps Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Announcement to identify potential manufacturers for a high-performance combat boot sock. Designed for Department of Defense personnel operating in temperatures above 20 degrees Fahrenheit, the socks must be Berry Amendment compliant domestic productions. The required design is an over-the-calf length featuring cushioning to prevent blisters, graduated compression to promote blood flow, a non-slip top cuff, arch support, and nylon reinforcement at the heel and toe. Material specifications require a minimum of 52 percent wool (25 microns or finer), 20 percent nylon, and 1 percent spandex, with a strict prohibition on cotton and rayon fibers. The socks will be required in four classes: Marine olive drab green, black, coyote 498, and undyed/natural, across sizes small through extra-large. Performance standards include strict criteria for bursting strength, dimensional stability, wicking, and colorfastness, with quality inspections following ASTM D3990 and ASQ/ANSI Z1 standards. This is currently a Request for Information for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to procure. Interested parties, including non-manufacturing suppliers with qualified domestic partners, must submit their CAGE code, business size, and NAICS information electronically to the designated points of contact by October 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Apparel Knitting Mills

POSTED

5 days ago

DEADLINE

in 10 days
View Details
NAICS: 541990
New
Federal
Request for Information (RFI) - Medical Fielding Short-Term
Solicitation # RFI_MedicalFieldingShortTermNov2026
The US Army Medical Materiel Development Activity is issuing a Request for Information for short-term Materiel Fielding and Medical Liaison Support Services to support the Program Executive Office Soldier and Project Manager Soldier Medical Devices. The government seeks to identify capable contractors for a three-month engagement running from November 3, 2026, to February 2, 2027. The scope of work includes the procurement, assembly, distribution, and disassembly of medical equipment and materiel sets, kits, and outfits. Key deliverables include monthly metrics reports, the execution of medical screenings via DD 2795 Pre-deployment Health Assessments, and the establishment of a classified, secured warehouse facility within the continental United States. Performance will occur at both CONUS and OCONUS locations, including sites in Maryland, Alaska, and Germany, requiring compliance with the U.S. ROK SOFA agreement. Due to the nature of the work, the contractor must possess a facilities clearance, and multiple positions require Secret clearances. Additionally, the contractor must act as a Business Associate under HIPAA regulations, ensuring all personnel complete annual privacy and security training. Other critical requirements include the submission of Organizational Conflict of Interest certifications, adherence to non-disclosure agreements, and completion of Hazard Material Handler Safety Courses. Interested respondents must submit a white paper limited to five pages by October 21, 2026, detailing their capabilities and addressing specific concerns in section 2c of the PWS. This request is for informational purposes under FAR part 16.505 and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment to award a contract.
All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

POSTED

6 days ago

DEADLINE

in about 14 hours
View Details

Find Active Opportunities Like This

Get AI-powered intelligence on the opportunities still open

Every page of the solicitation package shredded into a compliance breakdown

AI-powered matching based on your capabilities and past performance

Competitor and incumbent history on the requirement

Automated alerts on amendments, Q&A deadlines, and award

Miguel
Hillary
Keith Deutsch
Christine

Join 750+ contractors already using CLEATUS