USNS NEWPORT COSPOLICH SALAD BAR
ID: N3220525Q2180Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

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Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241)

PSC

FOOD COOKING, BAKING, AND SERVING EQUIPMENT (7310)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking to procure a Cospolich 54" Salad Bar under solicitation number N3220525Q2180. This procurement is essential for military operations and requires a proprietary item that ensures compatibility with existing equipment, emphasizing the importance of standardization and operational safety. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by January 16, 2025, including detailed pricing and technical specifications, with delivery expected by July 3, 2025, to a designated location in Norfolk, VA. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Erica Stancill or Colin Edick at the provided email addresses or phone number.

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    The Military Sealift Command has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ N3220525Q2180) for the procurement of a Cospolich 54" Salad Bar. The solicitation follows FAR guidelines and is not set-aside for small businesses. Detailed specifications regarding the item, required delivery dates (July 3, 2025), pricing structure, and submission requirements are outlined for potential quoters. Quotations must be submitted by January 21, 2025, to the specified contacts via email, and must include comprehensive pricing, delivery estimates, and technical specifications. The evaluation criteria focus on technical capability and price, with an emphasis on responding to all solicitation requirements. The document also incorporates various FAR clauses relevant to compliance, ethical standards, and contractor responsibilities. This procurement process exemplifies the government's effort to maintain organized contractual practices while ensuring quality and compliance with legal standards across federal acquisitions.
    This memorandum outlines the justification for using other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold, specifically involving COSPOLICH INC. The document indicates that the sourcing decision is based on the need for a proprietary item related to GFM materials required for a salad bar, intended to support upcoming military operations slated for August to November 2025. It notes that COSPOLICH INC. holds exclusive rights to the technical drawings necessary to produce these materials, which directly relates to the justification for limiting competition. The memorandum cites several reasons for restricting competition, including the necessity of standardization to ensure compatibility with existing equipment, and the critical nature of the items, which pertains to operational safety. Additionally, the requirement is due to the specific form, fit, and function of the components being a direct replacement for existing items. The document underscores adherence to federal procurement regulations, specifically FAR guidelines, for justifying the non-competitive acquisition process.
    The document outlines a combined synopsis and solicitation for the procurement of a salad bar from Cospolich Inc. by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) under solicitation number N3220525Q2180. The RFQ adheres to federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and provides specifications for the desired equipment, including dimensions and model number. A firm-fixed price purchase order is anticipated with delivery expected by July 3, 2025, to a designated Norfolk, VA location. Offerors are instructed to submit quotes by January 16, 2025, including pricing details and technical submission requirements. The selection process will evaluate quotes based on technical capability and price, with a focus on compliance with all specified requirements. Additionally, various FAR clauses relevant to the solicitation are incorporated, ensuring adherence to federal contracting standards, including obligations regarding telecommunications and environmental considerations. The document emphasizes the importance of clarity in submissions to avoid rejection for non-responsiveness. Overall, this solicitation reflects standard procurement protocols in government contracting, particularly in the context of military supply needs.
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