Watervliet Arsenal (WVA) Replacement of the 300 Line Chrome Piping
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-DTA.W6QK ACC WVA · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army needs a contractor to replace chrome piping on the "300 Line" at Watervliet Arsenal (WVA), a major U.S. Army manufacturing facility in New York. The work falls under NAICS 238220—Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors—which covers the installation, repair, and maintenance of pipes, vents, and related systems in industrial settings.
Industrial chrome piping replacement at a military arsenal typically involves removing degraded piping (often due to corrosion, wear, or regulatory compliance issues) and installing new chrome or chrome-lined piping systems. This type of work requires familiarity with high-pressure or specialized fluid systems common in manufacturing and weapons-production environments. Contractors should expect to work around active industrial operations, follow strict safety and security protocols, and potentially coordinate with government personnel for system shutdowns and inspections.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE · DEPT OF THE ARMY · AMC · ACC · ACC-CTRS · ACC-DTA · W6QK ACC WVA |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W911PT27QA010 |
| NAICS | 238220 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central Time |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside entirely for small businesses under the Small Business Set-Aside – Total program. Only firms that qualify as small under NAICS 238220's size standard may bid as primes. The small business size standard for NAICS 238220 is typically based on average annual receipts over three years; see the solicitation or the SBA's Table of Size Standards for the current threshold.
Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements may be permissible under SBA rules if structured correctly. Large businesses may participate only as subcontractors. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), Woman-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs), and HUBZone firms can compete here, though this is a general small business set-aside rather than a specific socioeconomic program set-aside.
How to put together a competitive bid
For industrial piping replacement at a military arsenal, focus your proposal on these areas:
Technical approach: Detail your experience with chrome or high-alloy piping systems in industrial or government facilities. Describe your pipefitting crew qualifications, welding certifications (likely ASME or MIL-STD), and any experience working in secured federal installations. Address how you will maintain operational continuity for surrounding production lines.
Safety and security: Watervliet Arsenal is an active military manufacturing site. Your plan must address personnel security clearances or background check requirements, hazardous material handling (hexavalent chromium exposure controls are common in chrome pipe work), lockout/tagout procedures, and fall protection for elevated piping runs.
Past performance: Cite relevant projects of similar scope and complexity—preferably federal contracts or industrial facility work. Include contactable references and performance metrics (on-time completion, safety incident rates, quality acceptance scores).
Pricing: See the solicitation for the contract type (likely firm-fixed-price or time-and-materials for construction-like work). Price labor categories realistically for the New York Capital Region market, and account for travel, per diem, mobilization/demobilization, and any required bonding. Subcontractor quotes for specialized services (non-destructive testing, environmental abatement) should be firm before proposal submission.
Small business compliance: Include any subcontracting plans if required, and verify your SAM.gov small business representation is current.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W911PT27QA010 for complete scope, delivery order structure, evaluation criteria, and any amendments.
- Register or verify your SAM.gov registration is active and matches your small business status.
- Note the deadline: Proposals are due October 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central Time—allow buffer time for technical submission issues.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →