USNS ROBERT KENNEDY Propeller Blades
ID: N3220525Q2300Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (332999)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (2090)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/32422245a846484a8458c266582f730c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command, is seeking to procure propeller blades for the USNS Robert Kennedy, with a focus on parts necessary for the vessel's overhaul. This procurement is being solicited as a sole source to Rolls-Royce, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), due to proprietary rights associated with the equipment, ensuring compatibility and compliance with existing systems. The contract is critical for maintaining operational safety and efficiency, with a required delivery date set for September 19, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to Ian Keller at ian.l.keller.civ@us.navy.mil or Ryan Hendricks at ryan.j.hendricks5.civ@us.navy.mil for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    RYAN HENDRICKS
    (757) 802-6467
    ryan.j.hendricks5.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation 25Q2300.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command is soliciting quotes for a firm-fixed price contract to procure various commercial products and services, specifically marine supplies and equipment, through solicitation N3220525Q2300. The request covers multiple line item numbers (CLINs) including lifting devices, lubricants, sealing compounds, and O-rings, with anticipated delivery to Norfolk, VA by September 19, 2025. Quotations must include detailed technical submissions, prices, discount terms, and delivery estimates, with a submission deadline of April 30, 2025. The government will evaluate responses based on technical capability and price, awarding the contract to the lowest priced, technically acceptable vendor. The document specifies compliance with federal regulations, including prohibitions on certain telecommunications and procurement practices, and emphasizes safety standards for critical materials and supplies. Details regarding submission format and communication are also included, indicating the importance of adhering strictly to the provided guidelines for successful bidding in government contracting.
    Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation 25Q2300 Rev 1.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command has issued a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ No. N3220525Q2300) for commercial products and services, specifically for a variety of lifting devices, lubricants, and sealing compounds. The procurement, categorized under NAICS code 332999, involves 28 different contract line items with specified quantities and part numbers, and is not set aside for small businesses. The government seeks a firm-fixed-price purchase order with a required delivery date of September 19, 2025, to a specified Norfolk, VA location. Quoters are instructed to submit detailed price quotes, technical specifications, and delivery estimates, all due by April 30, 2025. The solicitation employs a "lowest priced technically acceptable" evaluation strategy to determine the awardee, emphasizing specifications that must meet the government's requirements. The document also includes mandatory FAR clauses contributing to compliance and operational integrity, prohibiting certain telecommunications services and addressing labor standards. The guidelines highlight the importance of specific regulations and clauses associated with government contracting, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards while fulfilling procurement needs.
    Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation 25Q2300 Rev 2.docx
    The document serves as a combined synopsis and solicitation notice for the Military Sealift Command, issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) under solicitation number N3220525Q2300 Rev2. It outlines the procurement of various commercial products, specifically parts and related supplies, which are not set aside for small businesses. The notice lists specific items and quantities needed, including mounting tools, lubricants, sealing compounds, and O-rings, among others. Quotations must be submitted electronically by May 27, 2025, with detailed price quotes, delivery estimates, and technical specifications. The evaluation criteria will focus on technical capability and price, with awards going to the lowest priced technically acceptable offer. Provisions of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) apply, emphasizing compliance with various legal requirements concerning labor, telecommunications, and other relevant standards. Overall, this document highlights the government's commitment to acquiring necessary supplies for military operations while ensuring strict adherence to procurement regulations and standards.
    SSJ and UnC RFK Propeller Redacted.pdf
    This memorandum outlines the justification for utilizing other than full and open competition for an acquisition that falls below the simplified acquisition threshold, specifically for the maintenance of propeller systems onboard the USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208). Citing FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), the document emphasizes that only one source, Rolls-Royce, is being solicited due to restrictive rights associated with proprietary equipment designed for this vessel. The required delivery date for the service is set for September 19, 2025. The memorandum details the exclusive and critical nature of the equipment, highlighting Rolls-Royce as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with proprietary rights necessary for this contract. The importance of compatibility with existing systems and adherence to regulatory standards by ABS and USCG is also noted, underscoring the urgency and necessity of the equipment for operational safety. This document illustrates the structured procurement process involving limited competition due to specific exigencies and proprietary considerations.
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