DC DRIVE

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses and provisions that are critical for potential bidders to understand. These include representations and prohibitions related to telecommunications equipment and services, supply chain security, and small business programs.

• FAR 52.204-26, 52.204-24, 52.204-25, 52.204-27, 52.204-29, 52.204-30: These provisions and clauses address prohibitions and representations concerning covered telecommunications equipment or services (including those from specific foreign entities), prohibition on ByteDance covered applications, and Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA) orders. Bidders must review these carefully and make appropriate representations.

• DFARS 252.204-7016: Requires representation regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.

• DLAD Procurement Notes (C01, C02, C03, C14, E05, E07, G01, H01, H02, H04, H15, L04, L06, L22, L31, M06): These notes cover various aspects including superseded part numbers, manufacturing phase-outs, supply chain traceability, packaging/marking corrections, product verification testing, origin inspection evaluation, WAWF information, Qualified Products Lists (QPL), critical safety items, transporter proof of delivery, evaluation of alternate offers, agency protests, use of SPRS for past performance, restrictions on source-controlled items, and additive manufacturing.

• Local Clauses (YM4): Include requirements for traceable objective quality evidence, certifications with delivery, mercury exclusion, shelf-life items, hazardous material, habitability material, CIM requirements, source inspection, and EU restrictions on wood packaging.

• DFARS 252.232-7006: Outlines Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions, requiring electronic invoicing and specific data entry for payment requests and receiving reports.

• FAR 52.212-2: Details the evaluation criteria, which is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Technical capability is evaluated first on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. Price is then evaluated for reasonableness, with the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror being selected. Delivery dates are also a factor.

• Offers must be technically acceptable and meet all solicitation requirements without conflicting terms and conditions.

• FAR 52.219-1: Includes representations for small business programs, requiring bidders to self-certify their status (small business, small disadvantaged, WOSB, EDWOSB, VOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone) and provide details for joint ventures if applicable. The NAICS code is 331420 with a size standard of 1,050 employees.

• Bidders must ensure their offers clearly demonstrate adherence to technical specifications and provide the exact items requested.

• The government reserves the right to make a single award.

• Offers should contain the vendor's best terms from a price and technical standpoint, as exchanges with vendors may not occur.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a MENTOR MP DC DRIVE. The government is procuring three (3) units of this specific drive.

• Item: MENTOR MP DC DRIVE

• Specifications: 208-480VAC, 420 AMPS OUTPUT, REGEN, 125HP @ 230VAC, 250HP @ 460VAC, LED KEYPAD, WITH CONFORMAL COATING.

• Manufacturer: NIDEC

• Part Number: MP420A4R-CC

• SKU: 73200052243101

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price

• Delivery Requested By: May 21, 2026

• Destination: PEARL HARBOR NAVAL SHIPYARD IMF, Pearl Harbor, HI

• RFQ Number: SPMYM426Q3330

• Closing Date for Quotations: April 27, 2026

• Contact Information: Angela Morrelli, DLA MARITIME - PEARL HARBOR, (808) 473-8000 ext. 4278

• Payment Method: Government Purchase Card and Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).

• Not specified as a small business set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the SAM database.

• Additional provisions and representations are attached.

• The document includes numerous DLAD procurement notes covering topics such as shipping instructions, supply chain traceability, packaging, inspection, and evaluation of alternate offers.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 and Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13). It serves as the only solicitation, and no paper copies will be issued. The RFQ number is SPMYM4-26-Q-3330. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through FAC 2025-06 and DFARS Change Notice 20251110. Contractors are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all applicable clauses and provisions.

• The government is procuring three (3) units of the MENTOR MP DC DRIVE, 208-480VAC, 420 AMPS OUTPUT, REGEN, 125HP @ 230VAC, 250HP @ 460VAC, LED KEYPAD, WITH CONFORMAL COATING.

• Manufacturer: NIDEC

• Part Number: MP420A4R-CC

• SKU: 73200052243101

• No alternate material will be accepted; quotes must provide the exact item and brand name.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price

• The specific contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not explicitly stated in this synopsis/solicitation.

• Quotes are due by 04/27/2026, 12:00 PM HST.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to angela.morrelli.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Submitted quotes must include: company information, price of material, manufacturer name, country of origin, business size, delivery date/lead time, and reseller/distributor status.

• Evaluation criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Vendor responsibility will be screened using PPIRS in accordance with FAR 9.104.

• Set Aside: 100% SMALL BUSINESS

• NAICS Code: 334111

• FSC Code: 5963

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Several documents are attached to this posting, including the solicitation, JML attachment (brand name), and clauses. Offerors are required to complete and include provisions 52.204-24, 52.204-26, 252.204-7016, and 252.204-7019 with their offers.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Memorandum to the File" justifying the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It details the specific item being procured and the rationale for soliciting from a single source.

• Item Description: 3 ea. MENTOR MP DC DRIVE, 208-480VAC, 420 AMPS OUTPUT, REGEN, 125HP @ 230VAC, 250HP @ 460VAC, NKP KEYPAD, WITH CONFORMAL COATING.
• Manufacturer: NIDEC
• Manufacturer Part Number: MP420A4R-CC, 73200052243101
• Intended Use: Direct replacement crane part.
• Estimated Cost: [Redacted]
• Required Delivery Date: 4/30/26
• Sole Source Justification: The procurement is based on a "Brand Name" justification. The Navy Crane Center has only approved the Nidec Mentor MP drives and its software as the approved DC motor controller for portal cranes. This specific drive is approved for installation via specific Navy Crane Center alteration requests.
• Suppliers Identified: NIDEC (Manufacturer) and Motion Industries (Dealer Representative).

This document indicates a brand-name, sole-source procurement for a specific DC motor controller. Bidders interested in this opportunity should note that competition is limited due to the requirement for a specific, approved brand and model of drive for Navy crane systems.