Sole Source - Heating Element for Hot Water System onboard LCC Vessel
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, specifically NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound, intends to award a firm-fixed-price supply purchase order for a heating element for the USS MOUNT WHITNEY (LCC-20). This is a sole source acquisition from Hubbell Electric Heater Company. The opportunity is Unrestricted, and proposals are due by March 31, 2026, at 07:00 AM.
Purpose & Scope
This solicitation is for the procurement of a replacement heating element for the USS MOUNT WHITNEY (LCC-20) (LCC Vessel). The government requires the item from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Hubbell Electric Heater Company, as the existing equipment is designed to function only with original manufacturer parts for proper form, fit, and function. The place of performance for delivery is Norfolk, VA.
Key Requirements
- Item: HEATING ELEMENT 170KW, 440V, 3 Phase, 48" immersion length, 10" 150LB 316L Stainless Steel Flange.
- Manufacturer: Hubbell Electric Heater Co.
- Part Number: E170T5K30S5W48XX.
- Identification: Contractor shall provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent per DFARS 252.211-7003.
- Delivery: On or before September 7, 2026.
- Logistics: Invoices will be submitted via WAWF (DFARS 252.232-7006). Packaging and marking requirements are detailed, including IAW DODMANUAL 4140.01 and MIL-STD 2073-1(series). Deliveries to Norfolk, VA, require 48-hour advance notification to MSC_N48_Transportation_Team@us.navy.mil.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Supply-type Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED. All responsible sources may submit a quote or offer.
- Estimated Value: Not specified.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 31, 2026, 07:00 AM.
- Questions Due: One (1) day prior to the solicitation closing date.
- Submission Instructions: Quotes shall be submitted to the Contracting Official and Contracting Point of Contacts (POCs) identified in SAM.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: The most advantageous offer will be selected based on the following factors, in no relative order of importance: Technical (including delivery date), Past performance, and Price.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Additional Notes
The government anticipates award approximately two (2) weeks after the closing date.