Murden Generator Procurement

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation Number: W912PM26QA012.

• Question 1: The vendor inquired if the requirement is for a vessel and if Lloyds certification is needed.
• Response 1: The Generator must be ABS certified per SOW Specifications. The Contractor shall provide a STAMFORD Model S4L1M-F41 / Winding 25 / ABS Marine Certified / SAE 1-14 / MX321 AVR with PMG. The response also confirms the inclusion of an Anti Condensation Heater (120V) and Louvres.

This clarification confirms that ABS certification is required, not Lloyds certification, and specifies the exact generator model and features to be provided.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To furnish one (1) Stamford Generator S4L1M-F41 for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District, Dredge "MURDEN".

• Furnish one (1) STAMFORD Model S4L1M-F41 generator.
• Generator specifications include: Winding 25 / ABS Marine Certified / SAE 1-14 / MX321 AVR with PMG / Includes Anti Condensation Heater (120V) and Louvres.
• Contractor must comply with EM 385-1-1, Safety and Occupational Health Requirements (Revision 15-MAR-2024), including downloading the manual and installing the associated app.
• Contractor must comply with Federal & State Transportation Laws & Regulations.

Not explicitly detailed in this section, but compliance with EM 385-1-1 is required.

• Period of Performance (POP) is 180 days from Contract Award Date.

• Delivery Location: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District Engineer Repair Yard, 232 Battleship Road, Wilmington, NC 28401.

• Deliveries are to be made Monday-Friday between 0800-1530 hours, excluding Federal Holidays.

• Invoicing requirements are detailed, including specific information needed on all invoices (Contract #, Invoice #, Company Name/Address, CLINs, Description, quantity, unit price, extended price, Small Business/Veteran Owned/8A status, and date sent to COR).

• Invoices are to be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) via USPS or email (preferred).

• Appendix A provides a list of acronyms used in the document.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Single Source Justification (Including Brand Name) for simplified acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13, not exceeding $250K. It details the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District's requirement for a replacement generator, specifically a (1) STAMFORD Model S4L1M-F41. The justification cites FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) as the authority, allowing solicitation from one source when circumstances deem only one source reasonably available, such as brand name requirements.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it indicates a sole-source procurement for a specific brand-name generator. It highlights that the required generator is unique in its form, fit, and function, and that premature failure of existing generators would result in significant lost revenue. The justification also notes the long lead times for new procurements and the potential extensive costs associated with shipyard/dockside repair facilities. The procurement is intended to be Brand-Name Justification. No other sources have expressed interest to date, and no actions have been taken to increase competition beyond internet searches and review of previous contracts.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the acquisition of commercial items, issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) under FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. It constitutes the only solicitation, and no separate written solicitation will be issued. The procurement is for one (1) Stamford Generator Model S4L1M-F41 for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District, intended for the Dredge vessel Murden.

• One (1) Stamford Generator Model S4L1M-F41.

• Associated freight.

• The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and services to provide the generator.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is issued as an RFQ and references "Firm Fixed Price" for the generator and freight.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is due 180 Calendar Days from the date of award.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Questions Due: Not later than 3:00 PM EST, 15 January 2026.

• Quotes Due: Not later than 3:00 PM EST, 23 January 2026.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to sonny.z.smith@usace.army.mil and rosalind.m.shoemaker@usace.army.mil.

• Quote Package Requirements: Signed Offer and signed amendments (if any), and a Technical Proposal per clause 52.212-2.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. Award will be made to the lowest priced offer that is technically acceptable.

• Technical Proposal: Must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements set out in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Format: Submissions shall be in Adobe PDF format, on 8 ½ x 11 size pages, using 10-point font or larger. Compression utility software (e.g., WinZip, PKZip) may be used to reduce file size.

• This procurement is a small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 335312

• Size Standard: 1,250 Employees.

• Offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR clauses including 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.

• Addenda are attached to the solicitation.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

• This announcement and written RFQ constitute the only "Request for Quote" that will be made for this requirement.