Sea Valve Operators - USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS
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, MSCHQ Norfolk, is issuing a Solicitation (N3220526Q0015) for the procurement of replacement sea valves for the USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS. This is identified as a sole-source requirement for CRANE ChemPharma & Energy. Offers are due by February 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for three (3) CRANE 30" CENTER LINE SERIES 200, GEAR & HANDWHEEL units, Part Number: 302-20024-00. These sea valves are critical components for the vessel's propulsion, firefighting, and navigation systems. The contractor must provide DoD unique identification as per DFARS 252.211-7003.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Sole Source)
- Offer Due Date: February 13, 2026, 12:00 PM PST
- Solicitation Issue Date: February 4, 2026
- Delivery Date: On or Before April 30, 2026
- FOB Details: Contractor Destination
Evaluation
Award will be based on price and other factors.
Sole Source Justification
The determination to use other than full and open competition is based on several factors:
- Proprietary Rights: CRANE ChemPharma & Energy owns the proprietary rights to the required drawings.
- Critical Equipment: The sea valves are critical for the vessel's operational systems, and failure poses a significant hazard.
- Standardization: This procurement aligns with MSC's standardization initiatives.
- Form, Fit, and Function: The parts are direct replacements requiring precise compatibility with existing equipment.
- OEM Expertise: MSC lacks the manufacturing and technical information to evaluate non-OEM components, and only authorized representatives can service this equipment. The design is specific to the T-AKE class.
Additional Notes
Inspection and Acceptance will occur at MSC Program Management Centralized and Support Staff in Norfolk, VA. Delivery destination is Military Sealift Command BATS, San Diego, CA. Payment will be processed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference.