The Military Sealift Command has issued a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ) for the procurement of a circulation heater repair part for a freshwater cooling system, specifically part number 350-139977. The solicitation, numbered N3220524Q2156, will not be set aside for small businesses and requires a firm-fixed price purchase order with delivery due by November 10, 2024, at a designated location in San Diego, CA. Quotations must be submitted by 10:00 AM EDT on October 8, 2024, via email to the designated contract representative.
Requirements for quote submission include pricing details, technical specifications confirming compliance with the solicitation requirements, and principal place of performance. The evaluation criterion will weigh technical capability alongside pricing. The awarded vendor will be INDEECO LLC, as the sole source, based on a technically acceptable quote at a fair price. This procurement process adheres to relevant FAR and DFARS regulations and includes mandatory compliance clauses on various operational, safety, and ethical standards. The document underscores the importance of governmental transparency and accountability in military procurement while ensuring timely and adequate supply of necessary parts and services.
This memorandum outlines the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition related to the USNS Washington Chambers, specifically for a heater circulation service repair part from INDEECO LLC. It justifies the decision to solicit from a single source under the simplified acquisition threshold, as permitted by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). The memorandum states that INDEECO LLC is the only responsible source due to proprietary rights and an exclusive licensing agreement, as they directly sell their products without authorized distributors. The item is categorized as critical ship equipment, as its failure could endanger the ship and crew. Additionally, the memorandum notes usual and compelling urgency, stressing that timely procurement is vital to prevent mission-critical work stoppage. This document provides a clear justification for the limited competition based on the need for specialized, proprietary components and the critical nature of the equipment required.