USNS MERCY (T-AH 19) Indeeco Heaters
ID: N3220525Q2333Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414)

PSC

SPACE AND WATER HEATING EQUIPMENT (4520)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f3763bc6486f4a7d9a48613f7adbe096/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking quotes for the procurement of an electric duct heater produced by Indeeco, LLC, specifically for installation on the USNS Mercy (T-AH 19). This procurement is critical for ensuring ship safety and operational efficiency, as the Indeeco heater is the sole source deemed necessary due to proprietary rights and compatibility with existing equipment. Quotes must be submitted electronically by April 30, 2025, with the required delivery date set for November 22, 2025. Interested parties 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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    Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation - 25Q2333.docx
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) under solicitation number N3220525Q2333 for the procurement of an electric duct heater, specifically produced by Indeeco, LLC. This procurement falls under the NAICS code 333414 and the Product Service Code 4520. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price purchase order, with the item needed by November 22, 2025. Quotes must be submitted electronically by April 30, 2025, and should adhere to specific instructions regarding pricing, delivery times, and technical specifications. The government seeks quotes that demonstrate technical capability to meet requirements at a fair price, primarily assessing technical merit and cost. The document outlines provisions and clauses applicable to the RFQ, including clauses related to compliance, reporting, and contractor qualifications. Particular attention is given to maintaining regulatory standards and ethical considerations in line with federal laws. The RFQ aims to secure the necessary equipment while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and specifications set forth in federal guidelines.
    Use of Other than Full and Open for USNS MERCY Boiler Heater T-ALT 19-050_Redacted.pdf
    This memorandum details the justification for using other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold, specifically for the installation of an Indeeco heater unit (T-Alt 19-050) on the USNS Mercy, with a required delivery date of November 22, 2025. It cites FAR regulations permitting solicitation from a single source when only one provider is deemed reasonably available due to reasons such as urgency and proprietary rights. The document identifies Indeeco LLC as the sole source, holding proprietary rights and establishing that the heater unit is critical to ship safety. The reasoning includes the need for compatibility with existing equipment, standardization protocols, and urgency in ensuring mission-critical operations. The memorandum also acknowledges that alternative options could complicate the installation and lead to operational setbacks. The anticipated dollar value of the procurement has not been specified. Overall, this memorandum emphasizes the necessity of limiting competition to ensure timely procurement of essential equipment for naval operations.
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