Intent to Sole Source OEM Paul Mueller Company Plate Pack
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound, intends to award a firm-fixed-price supply contract on a sole source basis for an OEM Paul Mueller Company Plate Pack. This acquisition is for critical repair parts for the USNS Wally Schirra (T-AKE-8). Quotes are due April 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) ACCU-THERM PLATE PACK (Part Number 749901), which serves as a repair part for the No. 2 Main Diesel Engine High Temperature Fresh Water Cooler on the MSC USNS Wally Schirra. Deliverables include DoD unique identification, specific packaging/marking (DODMANUAL 4140.01, MIL-STD 2073-1, ISPM), and shipment via fully traceable commercial freight.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Supply-type contract.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Period of Performance: Delivery requested by June 24, 2026.
- Product Service Code: 4420 - Heat Exchangers And Steam Condensers.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: April 8, 2026, at 11:45 AM.
- Submission: Quotes must be submitted to the Contracting Official and POCs identified in SAM.gov.
- Questions Deadline: One (1) day prior to the solicitation closing date.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical (including delivery date), Past Performance, and Price. The government reserves the right to make a single award.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Sole Source Justification
This acquisition is justified as a sole source to Paul Mueller Company, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), for critical safety items. The justification cites proprietary rights and the necessity for specialized technical data and expertise to ensure compatibility and reliability of replacement parts, preventing system failure. Only authorized field service technicians have access to the required technical data, and no known alternate manufacturers exist for this specific part.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Crista Carrier
- Email: crista.m.carrier2.civ@us.navy.mil