Specialized Pipe Testing (Ultrasonic & Liquid Penetrant)

The contract involves conducting specialized nondestructive testing on pipe sections using ultrasonic and liquid penetrant methods to verify material integrity and compliance with explosive safety standards as outlined in MIL-STD-2132D. It is designated as a subcontract and set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside program in accordance with FAR 19.5. The testing services are required to be performed at the place of performance located in Kittery, with the contracting agency being the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard under the Department of Defense. The solicitation does not specify a solicitation number and was posted on May 28, 2026, with responses due by June 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The work falls under NAICS code 541380, which pertains to testing laboratories. This contract aims to ensure that all pipe materials meet stringent safety and quality standards necessary for military applications, particularly related to explosive safety protocols.