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NAICS Code· 325180

NAICS 325180: Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing basic inorganic chemicals (except industrial gases and synthetic dyes and pigments). Illustrative Examples: Alkalies manufacturing Aluminum compounds, not specified elsewhere by process, manufacturing Carbides (e.g., baron, calcium, silicon, tungsten) manufacturing Carbon black manufacturing Chlorine manufacturing Hydrochloric acid manufacturing Potassium inorganic compounds, not specified elsewhere by process, manufacturing Radioactive isotopes manufacturing Sulfides and sulfites manufacturing Sulfuric acid manufacturing Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 325180 – Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing encompasses the production of inorganic chemicals not classified elsewhere, including industrial-grade acids, alkalis, salts, oxides, and specialty reagents used in defense, aerospace, and energy applications. This sector supports critical government infrastructure through the synthesis of compounds such as ammonium perchlorate, sodium nitrate, titanium tetrachloride, and high-purity metal chlorides essential for propulsion systems, chemical warfare defense, and advanced material processing.

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NAICS code 325180 covers Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing basic inorganic chemicals (except industrial gases and synthetic dyes and pigments). Illustrative Examples: Alkalies manufacturing Aluminum compounds, not specified elsewhere by process, manufacturing Carbides (e.g., baron, calcium, silicon, tungsten) manufacturing Carbon black manufacturing Chlorine manufacturing Hydrochloric acid manufacturing Potassium inorganic compounds, not specified elsewhere by process, manufacturing Radioactive isotopes manufacturing Sulfides and sulfites manufacturing Sulfuric acid manufacturing Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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NAICS: 325180
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68--POTASSIUM TETRABORA
Solicitation # N0010426RBT21
The contract pertains to the procurement of potassium tetraborate under solicitation N0010426RBT21, issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS-MECH) with a firm-fixed-price structure. All contractual documents are considered issued upon electronic transmission or mail delivery, and offers must be submitted in full, signed form prior to the extended closing date of June 22, 2026. Pricing is valid for 60 days after the solicitation closing date, and failure to comply with submission requirements will result in disqualification. Technical documentation including Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD), drawings, and military specifications must be obtained via the secured logistics.ecommerce.gov portal, with no hard copies provided. Contractual precedence is clearly defined, with contract amendments and schedule provisions overriding all other documents, including specifications and standards. Contractors must use cited documents in their entirety and at specified revisions unless written approval for deviations is granted by the Contracting Officer. Quality assurance is governed by the IRPOD, requiring contractors to maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government and retain complete inspection records throughout the contract period. Packaging must comply with MIL-PRF-23199 for cleanliness-controlled parts, with specific conditions governing the use of MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags and eliminating the requirement for fire-retardant materials. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are strictly prohibited from contact with supplied hardware. Deliverables such as vendor-certified test reports (DD-1222) and Certificates of Compliance must be submitted per DI-QCIC-8872 and DI-MISC-81356 standards, respectively, with separate packages required for each unique NSN and nomenclature combination. Submissions are to be coordinated with NAVSUP-WSS Code N9433 and shipped only after obtaining explicit authorization from the Procuring Contracting Officer. Technical data delivery timing is governed by specific deadlines including “ASREQ” and “EOC,” and all data must adhere to DD Form 1423 format and distribution statement codes. Compliance with cybersecurity maturity levels, small business representation, equal opportunity policies for veterans and workers with disabilities, and security prohibitions is mandatory. The contractor must also adhere to the mandatory use of Workflow Pro (WFP) Mod Assist and the requirement for a single offer without exceptions.
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