The Military Sealift Command (MSC) has issued a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial products and services under solicitation number N3220524Q2142, categorized as a Request for Quotes (RFQ). The procurement involves parts related to shipbuilding and repair, specifically outlined under the NAICS code 336611, while it is not set aside for small businesses. A firm-fixed price purchase order is expected, with delivery due by September 30, 2024, at the MSC W143 Warehouse. Offerors must submit quotes by September 18, 2024, via email, including pricing details, technical specifications, and place of origin. The evaluation will focus on technical capability, price, and past performance, with awards going to the lowest priced technically acceptable offer. Additionally, various FAR clauses apply, addressing requirements around ethical conduct, cybersecurity, and small business certifications. This RFQ is part of the government's broader procurement process, emphasizing the need for qualified suppliers to support military operations and ensure compliance with federal standards.
The Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) has issued a class justification and approval (J&A) for the procurement of York Refrigeration replacement parts and repair services specifically for the Cargo Refrigeration System utilized on MSC ships. The J&A, set to expire on September 30, 2024, recognizes the necessity of using authorized Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts due to safety and operational requirements, citing an estimated value of approximately $6.5 million from fiscal years 2022 to 2024. The statutory authority for this procurement falls under 41 U.S.C. 1901(e)(2), permitting sole-source procurement for items over $250,000. Key distributors that can provide these parts are identified as Trident Marine Systems IMECO and Johnson Controls Inc. (JCI), both of which possess proprietary knowledge and access crucial for servicing the refrigeration system. Despite prior solicitation efforts yielding a limited response, MSC emphasizes the importance of using OEM services to maintain operational readiness within the Combat Logistics Force. Any future alterations regarding competition for these supplies will be based on the emergence of alternative sources or changes in the need for OEM requirements.