USS FRANK CABLE SALINITY PANEL PARTS
ID: N4044625Q0007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMILITARY SEALIFT FLEET SUPPORT CMDFPO, AP, 96540-2600, USA

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

PSC

COMPRESSORS AND VACUUM PUMPS (4310)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 9, 2025, 5:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command, is seeking quotes for the procurement of modification parts and kits to update the salinity indication system on two distilling plants aboard the USS FRANK CABLE. The primary requirements include a modification salinity panel kit and an aftermarket temperature control modification kit, with a total of four units needed to ensure operational continuity and safety on naval vessels. This procurement is critical due to the obsolescence of the current salinity panel, which lacks support for replacement parts, and aims to prevent potential hazards to ships, crews, and the environment. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by April 9, 2025, with an anticipated contract value of $16,700 and delivery expected by September 30, 2025, to a designated point of contact in Guam. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Kevin Kay at kevin.m.kay4.civ@us.navy.mil or Geré Bamba at gere.a.bamba.civ@us.navy.mil.

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The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is soliciting quotes through Request for Quotes (RFQ) number N4044625Q0007 for the procurement of modification parts and kits to update the salinity indication system on two distilling plants aboard the USS FRANK CABLE. The solicitation involves two primary items: a modification salinity panel kit and an aftermarket temperature control modification kit, with a total of 4 units required. The contract will be a firm-fixed price purchase order with delivery expected by September 30, 2025, to a specified point of contact in Guam. Vendors must submit quotes by April 9, 2025, detailing pricing and technical specifications, ensuring compliance with FAR provisions and evaluation criteria primarily focused on technical capability and price. The Government will negotiate with potentially multiple quoters to secure the most advantageous offer. This procurement underscores the MSC's strategic commitment to maintaining operational capacity through essential equipment upgrades, aiming to enhance functionality and reliability on naval vessels.
The Military Sealift Command (MSC) issued a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ N4044625Q0007) for commercial products and services. The procurement pertains to modification parts for the McNab salinity indication system to be utilized in two distilling plants aboard the USS FRANK CABLE. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price agreement, with delivery required by September 30, 2025, and will not be set aside for small businesses. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by April 2, 2025, detailing pricing, estimated delivery times, and technical specifications. The evaluation will consider technical capability and price, with quotes that do not meet the specifications potentially deemed unacceptable. Award will likely go to Aqua-Chem, Inc. as the sole source provider based on technical acceptability and fair pricing. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses that govern contract terms and highlight compliance requirements, including safety standards and telecommunications regulations.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:04 AM UTC
The document outlines a justification for procuring a new model salinity panel from Aqua-Chem due to the obsolescence of the current unit, which lacks support for replacement parts. This situation necessitates exclusive licensing agreements because Aqua-Chem is both the manufacturer and sole provider of compatible conversion kits, which must be installed by its technicians. The document further discusses critical urgency regarding the procurement of necessary equipment to prevent potential hazards to ships, crews, and the environment while noting that standardization of equipment is required for operational continuity. The anticipated procurement value is $16,700, and the document outlines necessary certifications and approvals from the responsible contracting officer, confirming the accuracy of the representation within the justification. Overall, the purpose of the document is to facilitate a timely and compliant procurement process for essential equipment in relation to federal and state government contracting practices.
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