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8 inch eave beam, C purlin, Z purlin

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT DRUM · Response deadline: Tue, 27 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Drum is procuring structural steel components: 8-inch eave beams, C purlins, and Z purlins. These are standard elements in metal building systems, commonly used in pre-engineered structures for military facilities.

Eave beams provide structural support at the building perimeter where roof and wall systems meet. C purlins and Z purlins serve as horizontal roof and wall framing members that support metal panels. The Z-shaped profile offers superior spanning capability and lapping efficiency compared to C-sections, making it preferred for longer roof spans. C purlins, with their channel shape, are typically used in lighter applications or where simpler connections are desired.

Under NAICS code 331210—Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel—this procurement falls within the broader steel product manufacturing sector. See the solicitation for exact quantities, material specifications, coating requirements, and delivery schedule.

Key facts

Who can bid

This contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses certified under NAICS 331210. For this code, the Small Business Administration size standard is typically 1,000 employees; verify current thresholds at SBA.gov.

To qualify, your business must:

• Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active registration
• Have a valid DUNS/UEI number
• Meet small business size standards for 331210
• Be capable of manufacturing or supplying iron and steel structural products from purchased steel

The total small business set-aside means large businesses and non-compliant small businesses are ineligible. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements may participate if structured per SBA regulations and disclosed in the offer.

How to put together a competitive bid

Technical compliance: Metal purlin and eave beam contracts typically require ASTM-grade steel specifications, yield strength ratings, and galvanization standards (commonly G90 or higher). See the solicitation for required material grades, dimensional tolerances, and hole patterns for bolted connections.

Pricing strategy: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation awards are often made on price alone for standard commercial items. Request any historical pricing data available through the contracting office. Factor in current steel commodity pricing volatility—consider price adjustments or firm-fixed pricing based on your risk tolerance.

Past performance: Prepare documentation of comparable deliveries, particularly to military or federal construction contracts. MICC-FT Drum values on-time delivery for installation schedules.

Commercial item certification: If offering commercial products, prepare your commercial item determination and substantiate market pricing. Non-commercial items require more extensive cost data.

Shipping and logistics: The contracting unit is at Fort Drum, New York, suggesting potential delivery to that region. See the solicitation for exact delivery points, accepted FOB terms, and whether Just-In-Time delivery to a construction site is required.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov at Contract Opportunities (beta.SAM.gov). Search solicitation number W911S227U0054 for complete specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, and clauses.

2. Note the deadline: All offers are due October 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM Central Time—morning deadline requires early submission to avoid system issues.

3. Contact the contracting office promptly with questions; tight turnaround leaves minimal time for clarifications.

4. Verify SAM registration is current and active through the award period.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →