ContractSpecial Notice
USNS GRASP Crane Repairs C3
DEPT OF DEFENSE• N4044326Q0026
Response Deadline
Apr 4, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Special Notice
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy’s Military Sealift Command, is seeking crane repairs for USNS GRASP (T-ARS 51). The work centers on the Appleton crane repairs, including replacement parts and related components needed to restore the crane. Appleton Marine, Inc. is identified as the sole responsible source because of proprietary rights, exclusive licensing, and standardization requirements, with the parts needing to match the existing equipment for form, fit, and function. Performance is associated with Bremerton, Washington, and the listed point of contact is Jorge Soto at jorge.a.soto17.civ@us.navy.mil, 619-524-9857.
Classification Codes
NAICS Code
336611
Ship Building and Repairing
PSC Code
J999
NON-NUCLEAR SHIP REPAIR (WEST)
Solicitation Documents
USNS GRASP C3 WI 505 sole source_Redacted.pdf
PDF•185 KB•Mar 30, 2026
AI Summary
This memorandum justifies the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold, specifically for APPLETON CRANE REPAIRS CASREP 2026-0006 for the USNS Grasp. The determination is based on Appleton Marine, Inc. being the sole responsible source due to restrictive rights, exclusive licensing agreements, and standardization requirements. Appleton Marine, Inc. holds proprietary rights and is the contracted designer and installer, making them the only source capable of providing the correct material for replacement parts. The parts are critical for form, fit, and function compatibility with existing equipment on the USNS Grasp. This approach ensures the procurement of necessary components for the crane repairs.
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Project Timeline
postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMar 30, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineApr 4, 2026
expiryArchive DateApr 18, 2026
Agency Information
Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
MSC
Point of Contact
Place of Performance
Bremerton, Washington, UNITED STATES