Small Business Set-Aside for Hydraulics International Brand ABPA Replacement Kits Per Attachments

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The Naval Sea Systems Command, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) is issuing a brand name justification to acquire Hydraulics International booster pumps and repair parts. This action will be a limited-source purchase order, with competition restricted to authorized distributors and resellers of Hydraulics International due to the specialized nature of the parts. The required items include Gas Booster Pumps (Part Number 80204-200), Spool & Sleeve Assembly Kits (Part Number 80792-100), and Seal Kits (Part Number 81003-100), along with shipping. The total value is above micro-purchase levels but will not exceed $350,000. The justification for this brand-name acquisition is that Hydraulics International is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the booster pumps used in the Government's Air Booster Pump Assembly (ABPA) for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) charging. Using non-OEM parts could introduce unacceptable risks and operational issues. Market research confirmed that only the Hydraulics International brand meets the requirements, and the Contracting Officer determined this approach offers the best value by avoiding potential delays and ensuring compatibility.

The document outlines a procurement request for specific industrial supplies, likely for a federal government agency. The required items include 30 Gas Booster Pumps (Part Number 80204-200), 11 Kits, Spool & Sleeve Assembly, Gas Booster (Part Number 80792-100), and 11 Kits, Seal, SK1002 (Part Number 81003-100). Shipping is listed as one lot. A key detail is the requirement for authorized distributors and resellers of Hydraulic International brand parts, indicating a need for genuine components. This is likely an RFP for specialized equipment, emphasizing quality and brand specificity.