ECDIS DIRECT CONNECT MATERIAL USNS POINT LOMA (T-EPF 15)

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify eligible small businesses capable of providing a video extender P/N VL-66213 and a Power Supply 24 VDC P/N 008-555-680 for the USNS POINT LOMA. This is not a solicitation, but a market research tool to determine potential small business sources and inform a possible set-aside acquisition. The anticipated solicitation issue date is around January 12, 2026, with a contract award expected by February 9, 2026. Interested small businesses, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and 8(a) firms, are encouraged to submit a brief capabilities package by January 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT. Submissions should include a company profile (employee size, DUNS, CAGE, small business designation), facility location, and any partnership agreements. Responses are for informational purposes only and will not result in a contract or payment.

This memorandum, dated January 15, 2026, outlines the justification for using other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold, as permitted by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). The acquisition involves specific items or services from Northrup Grumman or Furuno U.S.A Inc., required by June 18, 2026, for ECDIS Direct Wire Connection to primary navigation sensors. The determination is based on

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation notice from the Military Sealift Command for commercial products and services, specifically for Video Extenders and Power Supplies. The solicitation number is N3220526Q0005, issued as a Request for Quotes (RFQ), with award going to the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter. The associated NAICS code is 334511 and PSC/FSC is 5995. Quotes are due by February 7, 2026, 2:00 PM EST, via email to matias.l.parker.civ@us.navy.mil. Required delivery is FOB Destination by June 18, 2026, to Norfolk, Virginia. Quotes must include pricing (inclusive of Section 232 tariffs, wood packaging, DOD unique identification, and shipping), estimated delivery time, and technical details for each item. Offerors must complete and return FAR 52.212-3(Dev) and are subject to FAR 52.212-1 (with addendum) and 52.212-2. Special instructions for Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), packaging, marking, and duty-free entry are also provided.

This government file, N3220526Q0005, outlines comprehensive clauses and provisions for federal contracts, particularly focusing on defense-related acquisitions. Key areas include prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and services (252.204-7018, 252.204-7017), requirements for item unique identification and valuation (252.211-7003), and adherence to the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program (252.225-7001, 252.225-7000). The document also details electronic payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) (252.232-7006) and various offeror representations and certifications, including those for small business concerns, veteran-owned businesses, and compliance with labor standards (52.212-3). Additional clauses cover whistleblower rights, safeguarding defense information, prohibition of hexavalent chromium, and restrictions on business operations with specific foreign regimes (e.g., Maduro Regime, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region). The file emphasizes compliance with numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, ensuring accountability, supply chain integrity, and adherence to federal regulations in procurement processes.