USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) BALLAST TANK VALVES
ID: N3220526Q7029Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSCHQ NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Industrial Valve Manufacturing (332911)

PSC

VALVES, NONPOWERED (4820)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f073e700bf02486f8be31224f687b868/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking quotes for the procurement of 20 AERO 1.6 DN 200 ballast tank valves for the USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20). This solicitation, identified as N3220526Q7029, requires vendors to provide firm-fixed pricing, estimated delivery timelines, and technical descriptions, with the award going to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror. The valves are critical components for the vessel's operational integrity, and delivery is expected by February 20, 2026, to a designated location in Norfolk, VA. Interested parties must submit their quotes by December 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST via email to the primary contact, Mitchell King, at rodney.m.king9.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    CLSExport_N3220526Q7029.pdf
    The document, N3220526Q7029, outlines essential clauses and certifications for government solicitations, primarily focusing on Department of Defense (DoD) procurements. Key areas include prohibitions on covered defense telecommunications equipment and services, requirements for Item Unique Identification (IUID) and valuation, and adherence to Buy American and Free Trade Agreements. It details procedures for electronic payment requests via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and addresses various offeror representations and certifications, including those for small business concerns and critical safety items. The document emphasizes compliance with safeguarding defense information, whistleblower rights, and restrictions on business operations with specific regimes or regions like the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Overall, it ensures regulatory compliance, supply chain integrity, and responsible procurement practices within federal contracts.
    Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation.docx
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) issued Solicitation N3220526Q7029, a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for commercial products, specifically 20 AERO 1.6 DN 200 valves with certificates. This solicitation, governed by FAR Subpart 12.6, targets NAICS code 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing) and PSC 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered). Award will be granted to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable quoter. Quotes, due by December 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST via email to rodney.m.king9.civ@us.navy.mil, must include price, total firm-fixed price, discounts, estimated delivery, and a technical description. Delivery is FOB Destination to N32205 MSC W143 WAREHOUSE, 1968 GILBERT STREET DWY 10 NORFOLK VA 23511 by February 20, 2026. Prices must incorporate Section 232 tariffs, wood packaging, DOD unique identification, and shipping. The procurement also details specific instructions for Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) invoicing, packaging, marking for USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20), and duty-free entry procedures. It requires vendors to submit quotes without their standard commercial terms and conditions.
    Other Than Full and Open COMF BALLAST_Redacted.pdf
    This government file outlines specific justifications for sole-source procurement or restricted competition, focusing on
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