Sole Source Posting
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk Office, intends to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price Contract to Truck Refrigeration Repair Inc. for the lease of two refrigerated trailers. This notice is an intent to award, not a request for proposals. Interested parties challenging this sole source must submit written justification by February 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
This notice, issued in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, announces the government's intent to procure specific refrigeration equipment on a sole source basis. The requirement is for the lease of:
- One 53-foot freezer trailer (0-5 degrees Fahrenheit).
- One 53-foot refrigerated trailer (36-40 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Delivery to Naval Station Norfolk Pier 7, Berth 2, Norfolk, VA.
- The period of performance is 66 days.
- The estimated cost is $26,540.00.
Justification for Sole Source
The sole source justification is based on the need for compatibility with existing systems. The current food stores are already on the incumbent's equipment, and switching vendors poses a significant risk of food spoilage, potentially leading to a loss exceeding $50,000. Failure to secure this requirement from the specified vendor could negatively impact crew morale, result in food loss, and incur daily costs for rations. The contracting officer determined that only one source is reasonably available, as per FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i).
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (Sole Source Intent)
- Estimated Value: $26,540.00
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
- Product Service Code: W041 - Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, And Air Circulating Equipment
- Place of Performance: Naval Station Norfolk Pier 7, Berth 2, Norfolk, VA.
Response & Challenge Information
This is not a request for proposals or quotations. However, any challenges to this sole source intent must be received in writing by February 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Challenges should be sent to Charles.d.bell14.civ@us.navy.mil and must include sufficient information to demonstrate that an equivalent service exists that meets the Government's stated needs. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement based on responses is solely at its discretion.
Timeline
- Published Date: February 12, 2026
- Challenge Due Date: February 16, 2026, 12:00 PM EST