Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Submarine Safety Rail (Flying Bridge) Stanchions (Amendment)
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYSUP OF SHIPBUILDING GROTONGROTON, CT, 06340-4990, USA

NAICS

Ornamental and Architectural Metal Work Manufacturing (332323)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (2090)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/525f7633e40f4ab88fe00f9bacb98d90/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Supervisor of Shipbuilding Groton, intends to award a sole source contract to GK Mechanical Systems LLC for the manufacture and delivery of Submarine Safety Rail (Flying Bridge) Stanchions. The procurement involves specific parts, including various part numbers, which are critical for submarine surface operations and are based on proprietary drawings from the original equipment manufacturer. Interested parties may submit capability statements by 5:00 PM EST on January 6, 2026, to be considered for future opportunities, with all communications directed to Stephanie Neale and Roland Parrilla via their provided email addresses. The contract will be executed under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), and no solicitation will be issued as part of this notice.

    Files
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    A2_SPEC_Rev_A.docx
    This government file is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the manufacture and delivery of specific parts for Submarine Safety Rail (Flying Bridge) Stanchions for the Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) at SUB BASE NEW LONDON CT. The contractor is required to manufacture two (2) Part number 26-1240-03, twelve (12) Part number 20-1232-02, six (6) Part number 22-1246-14, and five (5) Part number 23-1249-01. Delivery must be FOB Destination, between Monday and Friday, 0700 and 1330 EST, to Building 87, Argonaut Drive, Lower Submarine Base, Groton, CT 06340. The document also outlines detailed procedures for contractor personnel to obtain DBIDS credentials for base access, including providing names to NSSF, presenting valid identification (Real ID Act-compliant driver's license, passport, or original birth certificate and social security card), and completing a SECNAV 5512/1 form for a background check. The contractor assumes full liability for any costs or delays due to failed background checks or denied access. No Government Furnished Material (GFM) will be provided.
    C4_N6278926Q0008_Solicitation_Amendment_U0001.pdf
    This document is an amendment to solicitation/modification of contract N6278926Q0008, effective December 16, 2025. Its primary purpose is to add a new Contract Line Item (CLIN) 0004 for the procurement of five GK Mechanical Part Number 23-1248-01, according to the respective drawing. The previous CLIN 0004 has been renumbered to CLIN 0005. The amendment details the requirement for the contractor to manufacture and provide these parts, outlining the FOB destination as Groton, CT. It also includes updated delivery schedules, inspection and acceptance criteria, and specific instructions for contractor personnel to gain access to the SUB BASE NEW LONDON CT, including requirements for identification and background checks.
    Redacted_ATT3_Redacted.pdf
    The SSGRINST 4330.51D document is a justification for an 'Other Than Full and Open Competition' acquisition for replacement parts for Submarine Sail Safety Stanchions (Flying Bridge), used during Submarine Surface Operations, with a need date of August 14, 2026. The justification, applicable to requirements under $250,000, identifies GK Mechanical Systems as the sole source. The rationale for sole-source procurement is that GK Mechanical Systems is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the only source capable of providing these parts, which are detailed on their proprietary drawings and are not available through the Navy Stock system as individual parts. The justification was certified on December 4, 2025, by RICH.PAUL.A.1228606550, one level above the Procurement Contracting Officer.
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