Sealant Package Mixer
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.USMC.MARCORP I&L.COMMANDER · Response deadline: Wed, 14 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Marine Corps is seeking a Sealant Package Mixer, a piece of industrial equipment used to combine or agitate sealant materials in measured, packaged quantities. Based on the NAICS code and classification, this falls under industrial process control instrumentation and related equipment manufacturing, specifically within the broader category of "Other Electronic Component Manufacturing."
Sealant package mixers are typically used in maintenance, repair, and logistics operations to prepare sealants for application in vehicles, aircraft, or infrastructure. The equipment ensures consistent blending of multi-component sealant materials before packaging or direct use. These mixers usually feature programmable controls, metering systems, and containment suitable for viscous or chemically reactive materials. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, capacity specifications, and any required certifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Marine Corps Installations & Logistics (MARCOR I&L) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | M6700427Q0001 |
| NAICS | 334419 — Other Electronic Component Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 14, 2026, 9:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Albany, GA |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved exclusively for small businesses certified as small under NAICS 334419. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code, currently 500 employees. See the solicitation for any additional qualifications such as OSHA certifications, ITAR registration, or past performance requirements.
Your firm should demonstrate capability in manufacturing or supplying industrial mixing equipment, particularly for defense or aerospace applications. Familiarity with military specifications (MIL-STD), DFARS clauses, and FAR Part 12 acquisition procedures for commercial items will strengthen your position. If your business participates in SBA programs like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, note that this is a general small business set-aside, not a specific socioeconomic program set-aside.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the product requirements thoroughly. Review the solicitation for exact mixer specifications—capacity, power requirements, control interfaces, portability, and compatibility with specific sealant chemistries the Marine Corps uses. Request clarification through SAM.gov's Q&A function if technical details are ambiguous.
Price strategically for small business competition. Total small business set-asides typically draw multiple bids from qualified competitors. Research historical pricing for similar mixers through USAspending.gov or FPDS. Factor in delivery to Albany, Georgia, and any installation, training, or warranty services the solicitation requires. See the solicitation for the exact contract type (likely simplified acquisition or sealed bid).
Document your capabilities. Include manufacturing process descriptions, quality control procedures, and relevant past performance references. For defense contracts, emphasize experience with MIL-STD-810 environmental testing, electromagnetic interference compliance, or similar standards applicable to ground-support equipment.
Prepare your SAM registration and representations. Verify your SAM.gov entity registration is active, your small business representation is current, and any required certifications are uploaded. Marine Corps contracts often require specific representations regarding counterfeit parts, supply chain security, and contractor personnel verification.
Address Albini & Sullivan clauses. Marine Corps equipment contracts frequently incorporate provisions for technical data rights, depot-level maintenance capabilities, and cybersecurity compliance (DFARS 252.204-7012). See the solicitation for applicable clauses.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number M6700427Q0001. Pay close attention to the response deadline of October 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time—Marine Corps solicitations typically enforce strict timeliness with no exceptions. Download all attachments, register for any pre-bid conferences if announced, and submit questions early to allow adequate response time before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →