BRAND NAME OR EQUAL OEM KACE BALL VALVES
ID: N0040625Q0223Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR PUGET SOUNDBREMERTON, WA, 98314-5100, USA

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Industrial Valve Manufacturing (332911)

PSC

VALVES, POWERED (4810)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR Puget Sound, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of OEM KACE ball valves under a firm, fixed-price supply contract. The procurement aims to secure these critical components, which are essential for various military applications, while emphasizing lead time as a primary evaluation factor over cost. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system by the extended deadline of March 24, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST, and are encouraged to confirm any existing quotes or submit new ones by this date. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Roger Bowers at roger.s.bowers.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    The document serves as a justification for a sole source or brand name procurement, outlining the necessity for using a specific item or service due to its unique compatibility with existing systems. Key components include the required delivery date, estimated total cost, and detailed manufacturer and dealer information. It addresses the minimum requirements set by the government alongside specific characteristics that restrict competitive sourcing, such as proprietary data or direct replacements for existing equipment. The form includes a certification section for verification of the provided information and a signature line for formal approval by a contracting officer. This structured approach emphasizes ensuring that only the necessary materials or services are acquired, in alignment with federal procurement regulations, ultimately streamlining the acquisition process while adhering to compliance mandates.
    The document details an amendment to solicitation N0040625Q0223 issued by NAVSUP FLC Puget Sound, extending the deadline for quote submissions to January 24, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST. Vendors may submit revised quotes or confirm that their previous quotes remain unchanged by contacting the designated Point of Contact, Roger Bowers. The amendment includes responses to timely questions regarding the solicitation, addressing specifications for valves, which require compliance with stipulated physical, functional, and performance characteristics. Key clarifications confirm the use of stainless steel materials, seawater mediums, and specify requirements that equal products must meet according to FAR 52.211-6. Additionally, it outlines necessary documentation for offers of equal products, emphasizing requirements for descriptive literature and modifications. The amendment serves to ensure transparency and inclusivity in the procurement process, enabling all stakeholders to understand the expectations and requirements for submission.
    The document outlines an amendment to a solicitation for a Firm, Fixed-Price Supply contract for OEM KACE ball valves. The amendment's key changes include the removal of the requirement for an authorized distributor letter, prioritizing lead time over cost in the evaluation process, and extending the submission deadline to March 24, 2025. Vendors must either submit new quotes or confirm their existing quotes are unchanged by the new deadline. The solicitation emphasizes that the government seeks to award based on the shortest lead time, with considerations for past performance, and that single awards may be made for comprehensive bids. All quotations must specify any exceptions to the terms, and proposals must be submitted electronically via WAWF for payment processing. The document also highlights necessary packaging and delivery protocols for contract fulfillment. Overall, these modifications aim to streamline vendor participation and refine the evaluation criteria to enhance procurement efficiency.
    The document is a government solicitation (N0040625Q0223) for the procurement of OEM KACE ball valves. It specifies that the contract will be a firm, fixed-price supply contract, with an emphasis on offering based primarily on price, subject to considerations of past performance. Bidders are advised to quote the entire quantity specified, as partial bids may be deemed unacceptable. The solicitation incorporates various federal acquisition regulations and requires contractors to adhere to specific packaging, marking, and delivery protocols to the Military Sealift Command in San Diego, CA. All submissions for quotes must note any exceptions to solicitation requirements, with an emphasis on compliance with supply chain security measures and restrictions on using certain telecommunications equipment. Additionally, electronic invoicing through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system is mandated for payments. The document underscores the importance of detailed informational requirements for submission, including the necessity for bids to be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on January 14, 2025. This procurement process reflects broader federal funding accountability and risk management considerations in government contracting, particularly in ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.
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