Acoustic De-couplers

This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ number SPMYM326Q5046) from the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is a sole-source requirement for Northrop Grumman to provide specific Baffle (acoustic decoupler) replacement parts. The solicitation, prepared under FAR parts 12 and 13, outlines the purchase of three distinct Baffle types (CLIN 0001, 0002, and 0003), with quantities of 4, 3, and 2 respectively, to be evaluated on an "All or None" basis using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Northrop Grumman is the sole acceptable manufacturer due to proprietary design (DWG 7353808 Rev-XB). Contractors must provide Country of Origin for each item, and if not the manufacturer, include their name, location, and business size. The solicitation closes on May 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT, with quotes to be submitted via email to robert.dowdle@dla.mil and DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and complete specific FAR and DFARS provisions, including those related to small business representations. Payment terms are Net 30 Days after material acceptance.

This government file outlines several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Defense Logistics Agency (DLAD) clauses primarily focused on supply chain security, compliance, and small business representations. Key provisions include prohibitions against covered telecommunications equipment and services, Kaspersky Lab products, and FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft systems. It details rigorous reporting requirements for non-compliance with these prohibitions, including the disclosure of product information, manufacturer details, and mitigation actions. Additionally, the file addresses restrictions on business operations in Sudan and Iran, requiring offerors to certify compliance. It also defines various small business categories for representation in federal contracting. Procedures for electronic invoicing through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for disputes are also included. DLAD clauses emphasize contractor responsibilities for notifying the contracting officer about superseded parts, manufacturing phase-outs, unavailability of obsolete materials, and retaining supply chain traceability documentation. There are also specific requirements for offers of unused former government surplus property.