Parts for Ride Control System
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 FLT LOG CTR PUGET SOUND) is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for Parts for a Ride Control System. This is a sole source, firm fixed-price contract intended for Austal USA to supply specific components for a U.S. vessel. Offers are due by May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This acquisition seeks various parts 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 equivalent for certain items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted; Sole Source to Austal USA (OEM)
- Offer Due: May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM
- Published: May 8, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted as detailed in the solicitation document. Invoices are to be submitted via WAWF. Evaluation will consider price for reasonableness and past performance as part of the responsibility determination. Offerors must quote on the entire effort; partial quotes may be deemed unacceptable. Questions are due one day prior to the solicitation's closing date, which is May 7, 2026.
Additional Notes
All exceptions to the solicitation terms must be explicitly noted. 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.