Parts for Ride Control System

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation N0040626Q0058, originally dated 02 Apr 2026, with an effective date of 08 May 2026.

Key changes include:

• Response Due Time: Extended from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM.
• Response Due Date: Extended from 08 Apr 2026 to 11 May 2026.

Several CLINs (Contract Line Items) have been modified, including changes to descriptions, quantities, and manufacturer part numbers. Notably:

• CLIN 0001: Description changed from 'Seawater Seal' to 'SEAWATER SEAL'.
• CLIN 0002: Quantity changed from 3 to 4.
• CLIN 0003: Description modified to include 'COMPONENT OF 153432'.
• CLIN 0004: Quantity changed from 8 to 4.
• CLIN 0005: Manufacturer's Part Number changed.
• CLIN 0006: Quantity changed from 8 to 4.
• CLIN 0007: Description changed from 'SEAL KIT KIT, SEAL, O-RINGS/PLASTIC SEALS/RUBBER SEALS,,,FOR USE ON INTERCEPTOR HYD CYL' to 'CLEVIS PIN'.
• CLIN 0008: Description changed from 'CLEVIS PIN' to 'HOSE ASSEMBLY'.
• CLIN 0009: Description changed from 'HOSE ASSEMBLY' to 'CLEVIS PIN RETAINING PLATE'.
• CLIN 0010: Quantity changed from 4 to 2.
• CLIN 0011: Description changed from 'O-RING' to 'THRUST WASHER, OUTER, WATERBORNE, WATER LUBRICATION GROOVES'.
• CLIN 0012: Description changed from 'THRUST WASHER,OUTER,WATERBORNE, WATER LUBRICATION GROOVES' to 'THRUST WASHER, INNER,W/O WATER LUBRICATION GROOVE'.

Additionally, CLIN 0013, 'THRUST WASHER, INNER, W/O WATER LUBRICATION GROOVE', has been deleted.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

• Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs

• Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work

• Section F - Deliveries or Performance (implied by CLIN modifications)

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to 11 May 2026, with the closing time extended to 05:00 PM. Bidders should ensure their acknowledgments and offers reflect these updated dates and times.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a sole source requirement for Austal USA (OEM) Ride Control System Parts. The government anticipates awarding a firm, fixed-price contract.

The solicitation details specific parts required for Ride Control Systems, including:

• Seawater Seal (4 Each)
• Rotary Encoder (3 Each)
• Bearing, 115 MM Diameter, ORKOT, Spherical Bearing (4 Each)
• Transducer, Position; Interceptor Cyl (4 Each)
• Hydraulic Cylinder Upper Clevis Thrust Washer (8 Each)
• Hydraulic Cylinder Lower Clevis Thrust Washer (8 Each)
• Seal Kit, Seal, O-Rings/Plastic Seals/Rubber Seals (4 Each)
• Clevis Pin (4 Each)
• Hose Assembly (4 Each)
• Clevis Pin Retaining Plate (4 Each)
• O-Ring (2 Each)
• Thrust Washer, Outer, Waterborne (2 Each)
• Thrust Washer, Inner (2 Each)

DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation, is applicable, requiring DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent for certain items.

• Contract Type: Firm, fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery information is in Section F.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date: April 8, 2026, 10:00 AM.

• Submission Method: Via WAWF for invoices. Specific instructions for questions and proposal submission are detailed within the document.

• Evaluation Criteria: Price for reasonableness and past performance as part of the responsibility determination.

• Questions Deadline: 1 day prior to the solicitation's closing date.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• It is a SOLE SOURCE REQUIREMENT for Austal USA (OEM).

• Offerors must quote on the entire effort; quoting less may result in an unacceptable determination.

• All exceptions must be noted; otherwise, no exceptions will be assumed.

• Invoices are to be submitted via WAWF.

• Packaging and marking must comply with DODMANUAL 4140.01 and MIL-STD-2073-1(series) or commercial packaging per ASTM D3951(series).

• Traceable freight is required for all shipments.