USCG Intent to Sole Source Mission Critical Line Shaft Bearings
ID: 70Z02324S93217087Type: Special Notice
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDHQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000WASHINGTON, DC, 20593, USA

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Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing (332991)

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BEARINGS, MOUNTED (3130)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a9cca1174cb84125a151d8214894b831/view
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    Special Notice: Homeland Security, Department of, US Coast Guard intends to sole source mission critical line shaft bearings for the USCG National Security Cutter (NSC) fleet. The bearings will be procured from Michell Bearings, UK, as they are the only company that can meet the USCG's requirements. The bearings are used as propulsion line shaft bearings for the 418' Maritime Security Cutter, Large (WMSL) fleet. This procurement is not open for competitive offers, and a solicitation will not be issued. Vendors who believe they can meet the requirements can provide documentation to the Contracting Officer.

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