USNS LENTHALL (HOISTS AND CRANES)
ID: N3220525Q2182Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (J020)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 5, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command, is issuing a combined synopsis and solicitation for the repair of cranes and hoists aboard the USNS LENTHALL (T-AO 189) at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. The procurement requires contractors to provide labor, materials, and travel costs for the repair and testing of 18 hoists, ensuring compliance with ASME standards, with work scheduled between February 7, 2025, and March 18, 2025. This initiative is critical for maintaining the operational readiness of marine equipment, emphasizing the urgency of timely service delivery to avoid disruptions in mission-critical operations. Interested contractors should submit technical proposals and firm fixed price quotes, adhering to federal acquisition regulations, and may contact James E. Greene at james.e.greene7.civ@us.navy.mil or Heather East at heather.j.east.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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Posted
Jan 17, 2025, 8:06 PM UTC
The Military Sealift Command's solicitation N3220525Q2182 seeks quotes for the repair of space cranes and hoists aboard the USNS LENTHALL (T-AO 189) at Naval Station Norfolk, VA, between February 7 and March 18, 2025. This request falls under the NAICS code 811310, focusing on industrial machinery repair. The procurement is not set aside for small businesses but has a size standard of $12.5 million. Contractors must provide a detailed breakdown of labor, materials, and travel costs in their quotes. The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirement to comply with ASME standards for overhead cranes and hoists, conducting necessary repairs and testing upon completion. Quality assurance, adherence to safety protocols, and submission of inspection reports post-repair are mandatory. Quotes are due by January 31, 2025, and should be submitted electronically to designated contacts at the Navy. Evaluation will prioritize technical capability and pricing, with contracts awarded to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror. This solicitation adheres to the Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses and emphasizes compliance with numerous statutory requirements, ensuring thorough inspection and certification processes to safeguard operational quality and safety standards of marine equipment.
The Military Sealift Command is issuing a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ N3220525Q2182) for the repair of space cranes and hoists aboard the USNS LENTHALL (T-AO 189) at Naval Station Norfolk, VA, between February 7, 2025, and March 18, 2025. This procurement falls under the NAICS code 811310 and is not set aside for small businesses. The request includes a detailed Statement of Work (SOW) requiring labor, materials, and travel costs. Contractors must provide technical submissions, a firm fixed price quote, and comply with numerous federal acquisition regulations and standards. Expectations include the repair and testing of 18 hoists in various engine rooms, ensuring compliance with ASME standards, and submitting reports upon completion. Additionally, failure to meet the solicitation criteria may result in rejection of a quote. Provisions also outline proper submission formats and required compliance with several FAR clauses ensuring adherence to federal procurement policies. This initiative emphasizes the government's ongoing commitment to maintaining operational readiness of marine equipment.
The memorandum outlines the justification for using other than full and open competition for an acquisition related to crane and hoist repairs onboard a vessel, which falls under the simplified acquisition threshold. It cites FAR regulations that allow for sole sourcing when only one vendor can meet urgent requirements. The required service will be performed by Crane Tech Solutions, which has previously conducted necessary inspections and identified required repairs within critical time constraints. The procurement is urgent due to the timeline of shipyard operations, necessitating the completion of repairs from January 30 to March 18, 2025. The document highlights the risks associated with delays, which could impede the ship's maintenance and operational readiness, thus warranting the exclusion of competitive bidding to expedite the process. Overall, it underscores the importance of timely service delivery to ensure mission-critical operations are not disrupted.
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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