STEEL PLATE
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT DRUM · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Army is seeking to procure steel plate (Federal Supply Classification 9515: Bars and Plates). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of the requirement and the formal solicitation for bids.
Steel plate under FSC 9515 typically refers to carbon or alloy steel flat-rolled products used in heavy-duty structural, industrial, or military applications. Common specifications involve ASTM standards for material grade, thickness, dimensions, surface finish, and certifications for chemical and mechanical properties. The Army may require plate for equipment fabrication, construction, repair projects, or manufacturing components—see the solicitation for exact specifications, grades, quantities, and delivery requirements.
This requirement falls under NAICS code 331110, Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing. Companies in this sector produce steel from iron ore, operate hot-rolling mills, or manufacture alloy steel products including plate, sheet, and strip.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, AMC, ACC, Mission Installation Contracting Command, 419th CSB, W6QM MICC-Fort Drum |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W911S227U0111 |
| NAICS | 331110 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM Central Time |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside – Total program. Only qualified small business concerns may submit offers and be awarded this contract.
To qualify, your business must:
- Meet the size standard for NAICS 331110. The Small Business Administration typically sets size standards for iron and steel mills based on employee count or annual receipts—verify the current threshold on SBA.gov.
- Be registered and verified as small in SAM.gov at the time of offer submission.
- Have an active SAM.gov registration with current representations and certifications.
No large business prime may bid. Teaming arrangements, joint ventures, or mentor-protégé structures are permissible only if the resulting entity qualifies as small and meets SBA affiliation rules.
How to put together a competitive bid
Material compliance first. Steel plate solicitations typically reference exact military, ASTM, or AMS specifications (grade, thickness tolerance, heat treatment, test report requirements). Obtain the full solicitation to identify the precise spec number and any First Article Testing requirements.
Certifications and traceability. Defense steel contracts often demand mill test reports (MTRs), certificates of conformance, and documented material traceability. Confirm you can produce or source material with full documentation chain.
Source and lead time. NAICS 331110 represents domestic manufacturing. Evaluate whether you will manufacture in-house or subcontract rolling/cutting. Note Buy American or domestic preference clauses common to Army requirements—the solicitation will specify any such restrictions.
Pricing structure. Steel markets are volatile. Determine whether the solicitation allows economic price adjustment clauses, or whether you must lock in pricing. Consider freight, packaging, and any special handling for heavy plate.
Past performance. If this is a recurring requirement, the Army may evaluate prior delivery performance on similar FSC 9515 contracts. Prepare relevant references.
Submission mechanics. Combined synopsis/solicitations often allow electronic offers through SAM.gov or Army procurement systems. Confirm submission method, any required hard copies, and whether electronic signatures are accepted.
Next steps
Download the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number W911S227U0111—the combined synopsis/solicitation format means the complete terms, specifications, quantities, and clauses are attached to the notice.
Note the deadline: Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM Central Time. Allow margin for technical submission issues; SAM.gov can experience delays near deadlines.
Verify your SAM.gov registration and small business status are current and will remain active through the anticipated award period.
Review the place of performance and any delivery schedule once available in the solicitation documents to confirm operational feasibility.
See the solicitation on SAM.gov for all contractual requirements, specifications, and submission instructions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →