The agency is announcing an upcoming solicitation. Watch for the actual RFP/RFQ to be posted later.
The Navy needs a small business to supply HY-80 steel plate for a shipyard in Washington state.
Key Details
- What exactly do they need?
The Navy needs HY-80 steel plate for a shipyard in Washington state. The plate must be 5 FT wide, 20 FT long, and 5/8" thick. It must be melted in the United States or a qualifying country and have full material traceability.
- What's the contract structure and timeline?
The Navy intends to issue a solicitation to procure HY-80 steel plate. The formal Request for Quote (RFQ) will be posted to SAM.gov on or about 7/1/2026. The response deadline is 7/10/2026.
- How will they pick the winner?
The Navy will consider all responsible sources that submit a quote. The evaluation basis is not specified.
- When and how do you bid?
The formal solicitation will be issued separately. All responsible sources may submit a quote, which will be considered by the agency upon issuance of the formal RFQ.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
Don't bother if…
- You must be able to provide full material traceability and specialty metals melted in the United States or a qualifying country.
Heads up — easy to miss
- You must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be eligible for award.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business is registered in SAM.gov and has the necessary certifications.