N4523A26Q5705 Sole Source Notice - Liquid Nitrogen

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, through Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) in Bremerton, WA, is soliciting quotes for the rental of one (1) 100kW Diesel Generator (EDG). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The requirement is for a replacement contract, following on from N4523A22D1304. Quotes are due by 9:00 AM PDT on June 5, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide a self-contained 100kW, 480VAC 3-phase EDG system to serve as part of an emergency power supply system. Key technical specifications include:

• Generator: Must start and assume rated electrical load within ten seconds, have an integrated UL 142 compliant fuel tank providing 16 hours of full load run time (refuelable while operating), and be housed in a NEMA 3R ISO enclosure with specific lifting and containment features.
• Maintenance & Support: Includes maintenance-free starting batteries, a float-type battery charger, water jacket heater, and a non-resettable hour meter. The contractor must provide 24/7 on-call technical support, with repair/replacement determination within 4 hours and completion within 48 hours. Retesting after repair/replacement is required.
• Documentation & Training: Provision of Operation and Maintenance manuals, proof of EPA off-road certification, and one hour of on-site familiarization training. Manufacturer literature or product brochures demonstrating compliance with technical specifications are required.
• Performance: The expected run time for the rented DG is less than 20 hours per calendar year. Government personnel will handle fuel refills if needed. Power cables are not to be included in the bid.

Contract Details

• Type: Firm Fixed Price Commercial Service, combined synopsis/solicitation under FAR Part 12.
• Period of Performance: 23 September 2026 through 22 September 2027. An option line item (CLIN 1001) for an additional 12-month lease is included.
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
• NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing).
• PSC Code: W061 (Lease or Rental of Equipment-Electric Wire and Power Distribution Equipment).
• Evaluation: Award will be made to the offeror providing the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote. Technical acceptability requires conforming to the PWS and solicitation requirements, including all necessary documentation.

Submission Requirements

• Quotes Due: 9:00 AM PDT on June 5, 2026.
• Submission Method: Via email to Kimberly Neumann (kimberly.e.neumann.civ@us.navy.mil) and Amanpreet Johal (amanpreet.s.johal2.civ@us.navy.mil).
• Content: Official quote with RFQ number (N4523A26Q5705), company information, CAGE Code, completed CLIN pricing (including option), and a statement of agreement with all terms and conditions.
• Registration: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.

Special Requirements

• Place of Performance: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, WA.
• Access & Security: Contractor personnel must comply with all DoD installation badging and security procedures, including obtaining VCC badges, potential DBIDS enrollment, and background checks. U.S. citizenship is required for unescorted access to certain spaces. A Visit Request List Form must be submitted at least five full working days prior to the requested start date.
• Quality Assurance: A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used to evaluate contractor performance, emphasizing adherence to specified repair/replacement timeframes.
• Wage Determination: The Service Contract Act wage rates apply, and bidders must account for these in their labor cost calculations. Government will provide forklift and rigging services for loading and unloading.