N3904026Q3100- Scrubbers and Burners Intent to Sole Source
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 Portsmouth Naval Shipyard intends to sole source a requirement to CEPEDA Associates for the re-installation and testing of CO2 Scrubbers and CO-H2 Burners. This action is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 due to CEPEDA Associates being the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with proprietary data. Responses regarding capability are due by June 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the re-installation and testing of CO2 Scrubbers and CO-H2 Burners. Specific services include:
- Inspection, repairs, and testing of CO2 Scrubbers per technical manuals.
- Monitoring CO2 Scrubber operation and adjudicating emergent deficiencies.
- Testing of CO-H2 Burners per technical manuals.
- Monitoring CO-H2 Burner operation and adjudicating emergent deficiencies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source)
- Intended Awardee: CEPEDA Associates (Cage Code: 60756)
- Estimated Value: $655,200.00
- Funding: FY26 O&MN for Scrubber repair/testing; FY27 O&MN for Burner testing.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 20, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Published: June 12, 2026
Rationale & Efforts to Solicit
CEPEDA Associates is the OEM and possesses proprietary data, including drawings, equipment, and approved processes, essential for performing this work. A Sources Sought Notice was posted on March 9, 2026, but no other vendors provided proper documentation demonstrating authorization or capability to perform the services. NAVSYSCOM currently has no plans to compete future contracts for these specific supplies/services.
Point of Contact
Gordon Roberts III, Contract Specialist Email: gordon.j.roberts14.civ@us.navy.mil Phone: 207-451-7119