Continuous and assembled Tow Rope
ID: N0016726Q1030Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CARDEROCKBETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, USA

NAICS

Rope, Cordage, Twine, Tire Cord, and Tire Fabric Mills (314994)

PSC

FIBER ROPE, CORDAGE, AND TWINE (4020)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/c9e3fdcddbf145d798d4050f4081b840/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD), is soliciting firm fixed-price quotes for the procurement of 2,500 feet of 2-1/4" Samson Ultra Blue-8 tow rope, which includes specific end fittings such as a reinforced Hawser thimble, a 2" oblong Crosby A342 master link, and a 1-3/8" Crosby shackle. This procurement is critical for towing operations and is justified as a brand-name, small business set-aside due to the unique properties of the Samson Ultra Blue-8 rope, which are essential for ensuring performance and safety in naval applications. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 5, 2026, at 9:00 am EST, with evaluations based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria, and can direct inquiries to Lametria Smith or Barbaraann Witz via the provided email addresses.

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    Brand Name Justification_Redacted.pdf
    The NSWCCD SAP Non-Competitive Procurement Justification Memo outlines the rationale for a non-competitive acquisition of specific brand-name items for actions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), effective April 2025. This memo, dated November 12, 2025, justifies soliciting only one source, citing FAR provisions related to purchases not exceeding the SAT and limiting sources under Federal Supply Schedules. The procurement includes Samson Ultra Blue-8 rope, Newco Bronze Rope Thimble, and Crosby A342 master link and shackle. The justification for brand-name procurement is based on the critical need for Samson Ultra Blue-8 rope due to its unique elongation and strength properties, which have a proven track record in towing critical components for Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock (NSWCCD) trials. The document explicitly states that the Samson brand is required because its specific characteristics are essential for the application, ensuring satisfactory performance and safety. The memo also touches upon sole source considerations such as proprietary rights or exclusive licensing agreements with the OEM.
    Combined Synopsis Solicitation N0016726Q1030.pdf
    Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) is soliciting firm fixed-price quotes for 2,500 feet of 2-1/4" Samson Ultra Blue-8 tow rope with specific end fittings, under RFQ no. N0016726Q1030. This is a brand-name, small business set-aside. Quotes are due by January 5, 2026, 9:00 am EST, and will be evaluated on a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis, with technical specifications and price being the primary factors. The solicitation incorporates FAR and DFARS clauses, including requirements for electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and Item Unique Identification (IUID). Interested parties who can provide an equal item may submit a capabilities statement by the deadline. Delivery is requested by January 30, 2026, to NSWC Carderock in Bethesda, MD.
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