USS EMORY S LAND (AS-39) REEFER COMPRESSOR
ID: N3220525Q4041Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

PSC

REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING COMPONENTS (4130)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking to procure two reefer compressors from CARRIER CORPORATION for the USS Emory S. Land (AS-39). This procurement is critical as it involves replacing a vital ship component, with the compressors required to be delivered by January 30, 2026, to San Diego, California, under a firm-fixed price contract. The urgency of this requirement is underscored by the proprietary nature of the compressors, which are essential for maintaining safety standards and compatibility with existing ship systems. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by February 3, 2025, and can contact Mitchell King at rodney.m.king9.civ@us.navy.mil or Colin Edick at colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    The document outlines a combined synopsis/solicitation by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) for purchasing commercial products and services, specifically refrigerant compressors from CARRIER CORPORATION. The solicitation (N3220525Q4041) involves a Request for Quotes (RFQ) that encourages submissions by February 3, 2025. Key requirements include delivery of two compressors by FOB Destination to San Diego by January 30, 2026, with a firm-fixed price anticipated for the order. The document elaborates on provisions and clauses applicable to this procurement, including evaluation criteria focused on technical capability and price. Offerors must submit detailed quotes including pricing, delivery timelines, and compliance with specific regulations such as the Buy American Act. It highlights the need for compliance with a range of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, emphasizing the necessity for vendors to avoid standard commercial terms, which could lead to disqualification. Overall, this solicitation reflects typical government procurement processes aimed at ensuring transparency, fair competition, and effective delivery of mandated services/products.
    This memorandum addresses the necessity of using other than full and open competition for a procurement below the simplified acquisition threshold. It cites FAR regulations, emphasizing the circumstances warranting exclusive solicitation from CARRIER CORPORATION for replacing a critical ship component, the reefer compressor. The document outlines the urgency and proprietary nature of the required item, noting that CARRIER is the sole authorized source with proprietary rights and technical data for the compressor. The memorandum further highlights that using non-OEM parts would not satisfy the rigorous safety standards mandated by various certifications. Additionally, the compatibility with existing equipment and the criticality of the item for ship operations justify the lack of competitive bidding. Overall, the memorandum serves as a formal explanation for limited competition in this procurement situation, aligned with government requirements for urgency and safety.
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