RUDDER AND STERN FRAME - USNS MEDGAR EVERS
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
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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, Military Sealift Command (MSC) Headquarters Norfolk, has issued an Unrestricted Solicitation (N3220526Q7186) for the procurement of KONGSBERG: RUDDER AND STERN FRAME EXAMINATION services and associated parts for the USNS MEDGAR EVERS (T-AKE 13). Kongsberg (formerly Rolls-Royce) is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for critical components. Quotes are due June 26, 2026, at 05:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks services and parts for the rudder and stern frame examination of the USNS MEDGAR EVERS. The requirement specifically targets KONGSBERG components, as Kongsberg is the OEM for the Bow Thruster Propeller Unit, Tunnel, Steering Gear, and Rudder Gland Seal. Key items include various seal kits, valves, O-rings, thrust bearings, and liners. All items require DoD unique identification. A "Memorandum for the Record" justifying other than full and open competition for this acquisition, citing "RESTRICTIVE RIGHTS" and "STANDARDIZATION" to maintain fleet configuration, has been posted, indicating the specialized nature of this requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (N3220526Q7186)
- NAICS Code: 336612 (Ship Building and Repairing), Size Standard: 1,500 employees
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Solicitation Issue Date: June 16, 2026
- Offer Due Date: June 26, 2026, 05:00 PM Local Time
- Required Delivery Date: On or before January 12, 2027, to MSC Warehouse, Norfolk, VA.
- Place of Performance: Norfolk, VA, United States
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit quotes electronically via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist in Adobe or Microsoft Office format. Evaluation will be based on technical acceptability and price reasonableness. Quotes for parts must include part numbers and titles, and confirm all technical requirements and delivery dates can be met. For service procurement, pre-award submission/certification requirements apply. The Government may negotiate. Offerors must not include standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may lead to rejection.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, along with various DFARS clauses, including 252.211-7003 for Item Unique Identification and Valuation. Payment will be processed via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Primary Contact: Grant Sivertson (grant.t.sivertson.civ@us.navy.mil, 5642264770). Secondary Contact: Cameron Alvey (cameron.s.alvey.civ@us.navy.mil).